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Cold Snaps and Stunned Sea Turtles

Learn how NOAA cares for cold-stunned sea turtles.
June 12, 2026 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Southeast
Sea turtle in green water.

New Scientific Study Tracks the Trends in 100 Years of Shark Depredation in Recreational Fisheries

Scientists studied Atlantic recreational fishery data to better understand this complex human-wildlife conflict.
June 11, 2026 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Southeast
A sandbar shark depredating a little tunny from a fishing line in Jupiter, Florida. A sandbar shark depredating a little tunny from a fishing line in Jupiter, Florida. Credit: Tobey Curtis/NOAA Fisheries

NOAA and U.S. Military Veterans: a Force to be Reckoned With

NOAA and Force Blue visited Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary to enjoy fishing and time on the water, while learning new skills.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Veterans gather in front of the Capt. Hook back at the dock after a day of fishing at sea (Credit:NOAA/National Marine Sanctuaries Foundation) Veterans gather in front of the Capt. Hook back at the dock after a day of fishing at sea (Credit:NOAA/National Marine Sanctuaries Foundation)

Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week!

Marine recreational fishing is a cherished American pastime and draws millions of anglers to support our coastal communities. Celebrate our nation's love for fishing and boating during National Fishing and Boating Week.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Pacific Islands
Southeast
West Coast
National
Featured image banner for National Fishing and Boating Week

A Year in the Life of Larry the Whale Shark

One year ago today, researchers deployed a satellite tag on a whale shark off the coast of Tampa Bay, Florida. They never could have anticipated the epic journey that would ensue.
May 28, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
A large, spotted shark swims near the surface of the water by a person with long fins Physician Dr. Larry Spetka swims with his namesake, Larry the whale shark, in the Gulf in May 2025. Credit: BWRI/Jamison Smith

Nominate Members for the Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council

Nominations must be sent via email and be received by June 4, 2026.
May 15, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Pacific Islands
Southeast
West Coast
National
Recreational anglers fish off the coast of Florida. Fishing from a private boat. Credit: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Good News Stories for Endangered Species Day 2026

This Endangered Species Day, we’re highlighting conservation successes and progress made toward the recovery of endangered species.
May 15, 2026 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Pacific Islands
Southeast
West Coast
National
International
Swimming adult steelhead Adult female and male steelhead. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

Future of the Catch: the Modernization of Recreational Red Snapper Data Collection

NOAA Fisheries and partners are using innovative methods to modernize Gulf of America recreational red snapper data collection. These projects are working to deliver faster, more efficient science.
May 01, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Recreational anglers enjoy a day on the water in the Florida Keys. Recreational anglers enjoy a day on the water in the Florida Keys. NOAA/Matt McIntosh

By the Numbers: 2026 North Atlantic Right Whale Calving Season

The 2026 North Atlantic right whale calving season has come to a close in the southeast United States. We are cautiously optimistic for the species, as we saw the highest number of right whale calves born in nearly two decades.
April 30, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Right whale Catalog #4617 “Mirror” and calf, seen on March 14, 2026, just beyond the surf in Crescent Beach, Florida. “Mirror” is 10 years old and this is her first calf. Right whale Catalog #4617 “Mirror” and calf, seen on March 14, 2026, just beyond the surf in Crescent Beach, Florida. “Mirror” is 10 years old and this is her first calf. Credit: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, taken under NOAA permit #26919. Aerial survey funded by the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and NOAA Fisheries.

NOAA Fisheries Certifies Two State Recreational Fishing Surveys to Improve Catch Estimates

Alabama and Mississippi creel surveys certified as valid sources of data to inform recreational fishery management.
April 29, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
T. Playforth holds up a large red snapper during a day spent with friends on a recreational fishing charter in the Gulf of America.