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Seal Week 2022

Join us for a week-long celebration of seals and other pinnipeds and get the scoop on NOAA's seal conservation efforts.
August 29, 2022 - Feature Story ,
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Seal sleeping on beach. Seal sleeping on beach. Credit: Marine Mammals of Maine.

Toxic Algal Bloom Spreads Along California Coast, Poisoning Sea Lions

Stranding teams ask public to report sea lions in distress and stay clear.
August 29, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
three men with control a netted california sealion on sand Team from Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute waits for sedative to take effect before moving a sea lion showing symptoms of domoic acid poisoning. Photo by Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute under permit #18786-06

Roadway Runoff Known to Kill Coho Salmon also Affects Steelhead, Chinook Salmon

Simple filtration columns along roads can remove toxic substances and save fish.
August 24, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
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Bycatch Reduction Week

Bycatch—the catch of non-target species—is a complex, global issue that threatens the sustainability of our fishing communities, economies, and ocean ecosystems. Learn how we work to develop, test, and adopt gears that reduce bycatch in U.S. fisheries.
August 22, 2022 - Feature Story ,
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Red snapper with a monitor device to track post-release health and behavior Red snapper with a monitor device to track post-release health and behavior. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

Interior Columbia and Snake River Salmon and Steelhead Maintain Listing Status

Review finds that the species face threats from climate change that require urgent action.
August 18, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Spawning Chinook salmon Wild chinook Salmon in Idaho

International Actions Pay Off For Pacific Bluefin Tuna as Species Rebounds at Accelerating Rate

New stock assessment reflects second highest biomass since assessments started.
August 15, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
West Coast
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NOAA Calls for Applications for American Fisheries Advisory Committee

The Committee will make recommendations for Saltonstall-Kennedy priorities and grant award funding.
August 09, 2022 - Feature Story ,
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2500x1875-sustainable-fisheries-northeast.jpg Credit: NOAA Fisheries

Humpback Whale: From Photo to Postage Stamp

Young researcher captured image that will send envelopes across the nation.
August 05, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Breaching humpback whale on U.S. Postal Service stamp Breaching humpback whale on U.S. Postal Service stamp. Courtesy of U.S. Postal Service.

Students and Scientists Design New Antarctic Field Camp for Research in the Extremes

Collaboration leads to innovation in developing sturdy but livable home for researchers.
August 02, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
International
he existing Cape Shirreff field camp in Antarctica The existing Cape Shirreff field camp in Antarctica is deteriorating with age and exposure to the elements. Credit: NOAA Fisheries.

NOAA Fisheries Invites Comments to Update Recreational Fisheries Policy

Comments will be accepted online through December 31, 2022, as well as during webinars and in-person meetings.
August 01, 2022 - Feature Story ,
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New England/Mid-Atlantic
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Fishermen catching white marlin off boat White marlin. Photo courtesy of Mike Winn.