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Engaging Anglers to Improve Catch and Release Practices and Restore Reef Fish in the Gulf

NOAA, the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission, and university and private sector partners are working with the recreational fishing community to better understand catch and release tools and support fish restoration projects.
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Recovering Threatened and Endangered Species Report to Congress 2021–2022

This report summarizes efforts to recover all domestic species under NOAA Fisheries’ jurisdiction. It highlights progress made towards recovery of endangered species identified in the Species in the Spotlight initiative.
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Lionel A. Walford: Scientist, Administrator, Supporter of Marine Education and Citizen Science

In celebration of our 150th anniversary, we are highlighting people who helped build the foundation of fisheries and marine science. Meet Lionel A. Walford, marine biologist, first director of the NOAA Fisheries laboratory at Sandy Hook, New Jersey.
Image: Lionel A. Walford: Scientist, Administrator, Supporter of Marine Education and Citizen Science

Midway Marine Debris: Finding our Land Legs

The team dodges a hurricane at Pearl and Hermes Atoll and arrives at Midway Atoll to continue their mission on land.
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2019 California Current Ecosystem Survey

The 2019 California Current Ecosystem Survey will be conducted from June 13 through September 9, 2019.
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Recovering Threatened and Endangered Species Report to Congress 2019–2020

This report summarizes efforts to recover all domestic species under NOAA Fisheries’ jurisdiction. It highlights progress made towards recovery of nine critically endangered species identified in the Species in the Spotlight initiative.
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Regional Fishery Management Councils Climate Actions

A description of the activities undertaken by NOAA Fisheries and each regional fishery management council to address climate change in their fisheries.

Southwest Fisheries Science Center Stock Assessments

Our stock assessments provide information on the dynamics of fish populations and scientific information to fishery managers regarding stock status, historical and future biomass, and recruitment trends.
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Seal & Sea Lion Week 2023: Celebrating Science and Safety

During March 20–24, NOAA Fisheries highlights science, conservation, and management about seals and sea lions.
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Six Endangered Marine Animals You Might Not Know

Learn about some lesser known endangered marine species and what NOAA Fisheries is doing to aid their recovery.
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Science Center Scrapbook

In celebration of our 150th Anniversary, we share the unsung heroes, key places and special events that have helped shape the legacy of the Northeast Fisheries Science Center. 

6 Ways U.S. Fisheries Reduce Albatross Bycatch

Fishermen, scientists, and policy makers work to prevent inadvertent death of migratory seabirds.
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Image: Unwelcome Catch: Fishermen's Stewardship Role Reeling in Marine Debris