Record 30,000 Endangered Central California Coast Coho Salmon Return to Mendocino Coast Rivers

Back-to-back record spawning seasons suggest that reconnecting tributaries and restoring salmon habitat is supporting Central California Coast Coho population growth. NOAA has funded more than 100 restoration projects on the Mendocino Coast.

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Pacific Halibut Catch Sharing Plan and Annual Management Measures - Federal Register Rules and Notices

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Incidental Take Authorization: Robert Storrs Harbor Floats A&B Replacement Project in Unalaska, Alaska

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2026-2028 Northeast Skate Specifications Proposed Rule

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Incidental Take Authorization: United States Navy's Naval Base San Diego Chollas Creek Quay Wall Repair Project in San Diego Bay, California

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