The Economic Times

Iowa conservationists restored more than 200 forgotten river bends. Now this endangered fish is returning

In Iowa, conservationists are bringing back the forgotten oxbow wetlands, shaped like U's, to protect the endangered Topeka shiner fish, which is now making a comeback. This restoration not only restores habitats for diverse bird and fish species but also helps manage floodwaters and decrease nitrogen pollution, showcasing the remarkable benefits of revitalizing our natural river environments.