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Friday, May 6, 2016

Don't blame the smelt: The salmon too reflects the dire state of the California Delta

The delta smelt is:

1) A nearly extinct species that serves as a crucial barometer for the health of the California Delta.

2) A useless bait fish that deprives Central Valley farmers of critical water for their almond trees.

3) Delicious with cheese and crackers.

That all depends on who you are....



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