Fraser River guide lands 1,100-pound sturgeon, says the giant proves conservation works

Fraser River guide lands 1,100-pound sturgeon, says the giant proves conservation works

A massive white sturgeon pulled from British Columbia's Fraser River is drawing attention for its sheer size, but the fishing guide behind the catch says the bigger story is what it reveals about wildlife protection. The nearly 12-foot fish, landed near Chilliwack on June 4, offers a striking example of how ancient species can rebound when people choose to protect them rather than treat them simply as trophies. What happened? According to Peace …