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Story summary
- Young Atlantic salmon have been spotted in the Mersey, Bollin, and Goyt rivers since 2015, indicating recovery.
- The species was declared critically endangered in 2023 and has migrated from the Arctic Circle to spawn in rivers.
- Environment Agency (EA) plans a study in early 2026 to assess recovery.
- Climate change and pollution drove a 30-50% decline since 2006.
- Experts call for fish passes to aid migration and preserve future generations.
