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Newly Mapped Sea Turtle Genomes Reveal Ancient Roadmap of Survival

New research paper decodes the mysteries of the endangered leatherback and green sea turtle genomes.
February 07, 2023 - Feature Story ,
National
Leatherback turtle hatchling heading to the open ocean off Papua New Guinea. Photo: Scott Benson Leatherback turtle hatchling heading to the open ocean off Papua New Guinea. Photo: Scott Benson

Meet Kevin Rademacher, Research Fishery Biologist

As part of the Faces of the Southeast Fisheries Science Center series, meet Kevin Rademacher.
February 06, 2023 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Kevin Rademacher posing with a large vermillion snapper inside the lab on a ship. Kevin Rademacher aboard the NOAA Ship Pisces with a large vermilion snapper during the 2019 Reef Fish Survey. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Kevin Rademacher

Recreational Fishing Data Priorities for 2023

NOAA Fisheries spotlights fiscal year 2023 priorities, fiscal year 2022 achievements to support the recreational fishing data collection program.
February 03, 2023 - Feature Story ,
National
Anglers display a redfish from a boat. Photo credit: Clark Lo.

Honu Count: Report Sightings of Numbered Sea Turtles in Hawai‘i

A new online survey allows you to report when you see green sea turtles, or honu, with white numbers and letters etched temporarily on their shells. Become a citizen scientist and contribute to a valuable source of data for sea turtles in Hawai‘i!
February 02, 2023 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
Four green sea turtles with white shell alpha-numerical markings bask or rest on a sandy beach next to a rocky coastline with palm trees, blue sky, and ocean waves in the distance.

Kitt The Harbor Seal Has Died

Wildlife medical specialists continue to look for what caused her death.
February 02, 2023 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
A young woman crouches on the step of a cement saltwater pool, holding a stick with a rubber target on its end. At her feet, two harbor seals await rewards as they respond to her whistle and touch the target with their noses. Aquarium staffer Sarah Shea training harbor seals Bubba (center) and Kitt (lower center) in the summer of 2022 at the Woods Hole Science Aquarium. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Katie Dever

50 Years of Protecting Marine Mammals

A look at the Marine Mammal Protection Act's many advancements and accomplishments in the last 50 years.
February 02, 2023 - Podcast ,
National
Pair of bottlenose dolphins Pair of bottlenose dolphins. Credit: NOAA Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center/Lisa Morse.

The Monk Seal Chronicles: Mimi and the “Monk Seal Matriarchs”

Special guest biologist Mimi Olry joins the podcast to discuss her experiences working with Hawaiian monk seals on Kaua‘i—especially individual “monk seal moms.”
January 30, 2023 - Podcast ,
Pacific Islands
A Hawaiian monk seal rests on the beach at the edge of the waves with a small, darker pup by her side. Female Hawaiian monk seal RO28, one of the “monk seal matriarchs,” and her pup on Kaua‘i. Credit: Val Bloy

Coordinated Response Protected Southern Residents From Sunken Ship Leaking Oil

NOAA Fisheries and partners diverted endangered whales from potential harm and learned lessons along the way. Southern Resident Connections - Post 27
January 27, 2023 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Aerial view of oil sheen on water next to island

$64 Million Approved for Two Habitat Restoration Projects in Coastal Louisiana

NOAA works through the Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection, and Restoration Act Program to support resilient communities and sustainable fisheries in Louisiana.
January 26, 2023 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Aerial view of buildings lining the water, surrounded by wetlands The East Delacroix project will restore habitat adjacent to a levee that protects the fishing community of Delacroix, and to the roadway that serves as the sole hurricane evacuation route. (Credit: Coastal National Elevation Database Applications Project)

Nomination Period Is Now Open for the Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee

Nominations are being accepted through March 13, 2023.
January 25, 2023 - Feature Story ,
National
MAFAC members receive info session on conch. MAFAC Members in Puerto Rico receive information session on conch.