Genetic Baseline Collections Summary. Alaska Fisheries Data Series Number 99-4

摘要

The mission of the Fish Genetics Laboratory is to provide the necessary genetics expertise and support to permit sound stewardship of Alaska fishery resources, including conservation of the natural diversity of wild fish populations and aquatic ecosystems. Responsibilities include providing U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service leadership for conservation of genetic resources, particularly Pacific salmon stocks; development and implementation of genetic stock identification studies to delineate stocks for use in fisheries management and allocation decisions; evaluations of genetic impacts resulting from stock introductions, exploitation, and other activities; monitoring stocks for genetic change; coordination of genetic issues within and outside the Service; and conducting outreach activities that promote the importance of maintaining genetic diversity.