Are salmonflies in danger in Colorado?

Are salmonflies in danger in Colorado?

Aquatic insects are unsung heroes in river ecosystems. Not only do they serve as a nutritional backbone for fish, bats, amphibians and more; they also clean streams by breaking down leaf litter and organic matter cycling nutrients and gauging water quality for fishers and fish alike. But these great equalizers are under threat. In particular, the salmonfly — named for its salmony-pink color — is facing significant decline in the Rocky Mountain W…