The overall goal of the Pigeon River Recovery Project is to increase aquatic biodiversity in the Pigeon River through reintroduction by establishing viable, reproducing populations of native fish and other aquatic species.

Of the 24 missing non-game species of fish, 15 were selected for reintroduction. A list of the species that were reintroduced are shown below: (click on the scientific name for more information on a species)

*These species have been suspended for reintroduction due to need for further research.

Follow these links for more complete information on the candidates for reintroduction:

Blotchside Logperch


Northern Studfish



River Chub


Mountain Brook Lamprey