Habitat Suitability Index Models: Muskellunge.
Abstract
The native range of the muskellunge (Esox masquinongy) was restricted to the fresh waters of eastern North America. A review and synthesis of existing information were used to develop a Habitat Suitability Index (HSI) model for the muskellunge (Esox masquinongy). The model consolidates habitat use information into a framework appropriate for field application, and is scaled to produce an index between 0.0 (unsuitable habitat) and 1.0 (optimum habitat). HSI models are designed to be used with Habitat Evaluation Procedures previously developed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA323428
Entities
People
- Mark F. Cook
- R. C. Solomon