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Meet Katrina Poremba, Fish Biologist for Water Operations and Delta Consultations

Katrina works on Endangered Species Act Section 7 consultations for Sacramento Valley's waterways. Consultations are the way we make sure federal projects do not jeopardize salmon and steelhead populations.
March 03, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Woman conducting water monitoring samples, turbidity, depth, and temperature on multiple creeks that flow into the Columbia River Conducting water monitoring samples, turbidity, depth, and temperature on multiple creeks that flow into the Columbia River, for the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership. Credit: Katrina Poremba/NOAA Fisheries

NOAA Fisheries Implementing Amendment 14 in Alaska’s Cook Inlet

On June 21, 2022, the U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska vacated the implementing regulations for Amendment 14 and this rule is no longer valid.
November 02, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Upper Cook Inlet EEZ

NOAA Fisheries Seeks Public Input on Proposal to Close Commercial Salmon Fishing in the Cook Inlet EEZ

Council recommended measure responds to court ruling requiring Federal management of EEZ waters in Cook Inlet.
June 04, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Amendment 14 map

A Sustainable Seafood Sampler from Coast to Coast

The United States has sustainable seafood choices for every occasion. Learn more about some regional favorites and find a new recipe for your next summer celebration.
May 19, 2021 - Feature Story ,
National
A table with a variety of fish and shellfish dishes An array of fish and shellfish dishes. Credit: iStock.

Saving Sockeye Salmon in the Pacific Northwest

Northwest Fisheries Science Center biologist Carlin McAuley spent 29 years running the Redfish Lake Sockeye Captive Broodstock Program.
February 22, 2021 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
NWFSC scientist on left releasing a mature captive sockeye into Redfish Lake for volitional spawning. Pictured with Jeff Heindel (left), an Idaho Department of Fish and Game employee.

Distribution And Abundance Of Forage Fish In Arctic And Sub-Arctic Waters Affected By Warming Ocean Conditions

A long-term study shows shifts in important prey for commercial fish, marine mammals, and seabirds in the eastern Bering Sea.
January 13, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Photo of workers on a boat deck with a surface trawl net.

Behind the Scenes of the Most Consumed Seafood

Learn about the robust and transparent environmental standards that make U.S. seafood sustainable.
September 30, 2020 - Feature Story ,
National
grilled tuna lemon with mayo_Mariners Menu_photo by Vanda Lewis_NC Sea Grant.jpg Grilled tuna lemon with mayo. Credit: North Carolina Sea Grant/Vanda Lewis.

Meet Joshua Russell: Summer Intern Now Part of Auke Bay Staff

A Q&A with fisheries biologist Joshua Russell on his salmon biology and genetics research—and his career path to marine science.
August 20, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Scientist holding a fish on a line while standing in the water

Exploring Women’s Engagement in 30 Years of Alaska Fisheries

A look at historical data through the lens of gender illuminates the dynamic role women play in Alaska’s commercial fisheries.
February 06, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Portrait of brunette woman with orange coat on a boat with ocean in background.

Fish Size Affects Snake River Salmon Returns More Than Route Through Dams

Research suggests juvenile bypass systems do not affect later ocean survival.
November 06, 2019 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Juvenile Chinook