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The Monitoring Decade: Learning About The Future From The Past

In celebration of our 150th anniversary, we are highlighting people and activities that helped build our foundations. Data collected decades ago continues to shed light on our understanding of oceanic processes and their impacts on marine fisheries.
September 17, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Two men in blue hardhats deploying the Bongo Nets (large nets with metal openings).

Climate Change Is Already Affecting Chesapeake Bay Fisheries

As climate change affects habitats, fisheries species face change, too.
September 16, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Dead trees are visible in a marshy area. As salt water intrudes into marshy areas, some trees are unable to survive. Photo by Alison Hammer.

Squid Processors Lend a Hand to Increase Data on a Short-Lived Species

Cooperative research research projects are critical for documenting rapidly changing dynamics of marine populations and promoting their long-term sustainability.
September 15, 2021 - Feature Story ,
In a large open space in an industrial building, two people are using an electronic measuring board on a tabletop. The measuring board is long and narrow. A digital scale is also on the table. Both are connected to an electronic table that collects and records the lengths and weights of squid laid on the board. Science center program lead Thomas Swiader (left) shows an employee at the Seafreeze Shoreside processing facility in Rhode Island how to use the squid measuring system. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Anna Mercer

Amended Plan Leaves More Salmon for Endangered Killer Whales in Low Return Years

Fisheries do not jeopardize continued existence of Southern Resident orcas. Southern Resident Connections - Post 20
September 14, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Dorsal fin of a killer whale swimming off the Washington Coast An endangered Southern Resident killer whale off the coast of Washington. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Northwest Fisheries Science Center

2021 John H. Prescott Marine Animal Rescue Assistance Grants Announced

NOAA awards more than $3.7 million in grants to stranding network partners in 19 states and one tribe for Fiscal Year 2021.
September 14, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Photo of Stranded Harbor Seal Pup A stranded Pacific harbor seal pup is examined at World Vets marine mammal urgent care clinic in Gig Harbor, Washington, 2020.

Meet Luis Noguerol, Information System Security Officer

As part of the Faces of the Southeast Fisheries Science Center series, meet Dr. Luis O. Noguerol: cybersecurity gatekeeper and Judo blackbelt.
September 14, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Luis visiting the CNN studio in Atlanta for an interview while in a previous position. Luis visiting the CNN studio in Atlanta for an interview while in a previous position. Photo courtesy of Luis Noguerol.

Return ‘Em Right: Angling for Better Catch and Release in Gulf Reef Fisheries

Gulf of Mexico reef fish anglers and charter boat captains: Improve your skills, earn gear, and support a healthy Gulf through “Return ‘Em Right.” This Gulf-wide effort is giving you the tools to ensure the fish we release live to fight another day.
September 14, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Three anglers on a boat with a fishing rod that's bending and looks to have a fish on. Return 'Em Right will give anglers the tools and skills to successfully release reef fish so they live to help improve the overall health of reef fish fisheries. Credit: Return 'Em Right

Meet Dave Gloeckner, Director of the Fisheries Statistic Division

As part of the series, Faces of the Southeast Fisheries Science Center, meet Dr. Dave Gloeckner fishery observer to division director.
September 13, 2021 - Feature Story ,
David Gloeckner holding a large constrictor snake.

Restoration Webinars Share Best Practices from Across the Nation

Webinar series offers a venue for sharing new approaches, best practices, and innovative techniques for habitat restoration.
September 13, 2021 - Feature Story ,
An excavator digs into the soil alongside a river, with a fishing boat in the background An excavator works to construct a channel that would restore tidal flow to the Bahía Grande in southern Texas. (Credit: NOAA Fisheries)

New Research Shows First Successful Demonstration of Assisted Gene Flow in Corals

A new study suggests that large-scale assisted gene flow can efficiently enhance the genetic diversity and adaptability of threatened marine species in the face of rapid environmental changes.
September 10, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Juvenile colony of critically-endangered elkhorn coral Acropora palmata raised at CARMAB Juvenile colony of threatened elkhorn coral Acropora palmata grown at CARMABI. Photo credit: Kristen Marhaver