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Changes in Bering Sea Pollock Over 34 Years

Visualizing distributions of 22 fish species by size over 34 years of climate variability in the Bering Sea.
April 17, 2017 - Feature Story ,
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Trawling Through Time to Investigate Coastal Marine Ecosystems

A 10-day research mission to survey pelagic micronekton and plankton off the coast of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi.
March 29, 2017 - Feature Story ,
Microscopic image of a juvenile cardinalfish on a black background.

Coral Reef Research Expedition to the Pacific Remote Islands and Marianas Archipelago

An 88-day expedition aboard the NOAA Ship Hiʻialakai to survey coral reef ecosystems.
March 26, 2017 - Feature Story ,
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Endangered Steller Sea Lions Continue To Decline In 2016 In The Western Aleutians

Troubling declines persist but scientists gain new information with each survey.
December 06, 2016 - Feature Story ,
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Ocean Noise: Can You Hear Me Now?

NOAA Fisheries scientists are at the forefront of bioacoustics research. Now, the recently released Ocean Noise Strategy Roadmap will ensure their work is supported for years to come.
December 01, 2016 - Feature Story ,

Scientists Are On The Ground This Month In The Pribilof Islands To Recover Groundbreaking Fur Seal Data

Since July, satellite tags have been collecting data about fur seal foraging behavior while autonomous Saildrones collect data on fur seal prey. Now it’s time to recover that data—and that requires a down to earth approach.
September 19, 2016 - Feature Story ,
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Long-Term Surveys Show Endangered Beluga Population Inhabiting Just a Portion of Historic Seasonal Range in Alaska’s Cook Inlet

The Cook Inlet Beluga whale is a NOAA Fisheries “Species in the Spotlight.” Listed as endangered under the U.S. Endangered Species Act, this population of beluga whale may be at risk of extinction. An agency-wide effort is underway to protect it along with seven other high-risk species. July is Habitat Month. In this feature, we highlight ongoing research that helps us identify key areas where belugas live.
July 13, 2016 - Feature Story ,
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The Road to Restoration for Sea Turtles

Part 1: Sea Turtles Harmed by the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Sea turtles are irreplaceable. They serve unique ecological roles and are highly valued by the public. They are also vulnerable to threats caused by human activities. The five sea turtle
June 13, 2016 - Feature Story ,
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A Missing Ingredient in the Recipe for Healthy Ecosystems

NOAA Fisheries social scientists stress the importance of human dimensions in environmental management.
June 09, 2016 - Feature Story ,
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NOAA and Partners Chart New Territory for Ocean Science

Deploying autonomous sailing vessels with customized acoustic technologies to study whales, fish and seals in remote parts of the ocean.
June 03, 2016 - Feature Story ,
Sail drone in water with mountains in background.