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NOAA Welcomes Results of Great Red Snapper Count in the Gulf of Mexico

Scientists conclude the most comprehensive study of Gulf of Mexico red snapper abundance to date. Preliminary results show "low-relief" areas account for two-thirds of the population.
October 01, 2020 - Leadership Message ,
Southeast
A smiling woman holds a large red snapper. Recreational angler holding red snapper. Credit: Fish and Wildlife Research Institute.

Savoring Seafood

Learn how the United States is recognized as a global leader in sustainable seafood—both wild-caught and farmed.
October 01, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Pacific Islands
Southeast
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National
Shrimp, scallop, and fish dish Shrimp, scallop, and fish dish. Credit: iStock

NOAA and Partners Advance Mission to Restore Florida Keys Coral Reefs

More than $1 million in NOAA funding will support research, development, capacity-building, and restoration for the innovative Mission: Iconic Reefs effort.
September 11, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
A diver attaching corals to the reef bottom A diver attaches corals to the reef bottom. (Photo: Reef Resilience Network)

Seafood: A Fare for Every Palate

With seafood, you can get the nutrients you need in the flavors you love.
September 02, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
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Southeast
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National
Glazed sablefish dish_Photo by Dana L. Brown, used under CC BY-SA 2_0.jpg Glazed sablefish dish. Photo by Dana L. Brown, used under CC BY-SA 2.0

NOAA Fisheries Cancels 2020 Spring/Summer Reef Fish Video Survey

The Reef Fish Video Survey has been cancelled for 2020.
August 24, 2020 - Agency Statement ,
Southeast
National

NOAA Announces Regions for First Two Aquaculture Opportunity Areas Under Executive Order on Seafood

Federal waters off Southern California and in the Gulf of Mexico were chosen first based on potential to host sustainable commercial aquaculture.
August 20, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
West Coast
National
Three aquaculture net pens poke above the water's surface.

NOAA and the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission Partner to Restore Recreational Fish

NOAA’s awarding $870,592 to support a project working with recreational anglers aimed at restoring reef fish species impacted by the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
August 10, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
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Are All U.S. Sharks Overfished?

The majority of sharks harvested in the United States are species with above-target population levels. And we have rebuilding plans for all overfished species.
August 07, 2020 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Southeast
National
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6 Reasons to Add Seafood to Your Menu

Thinking about adding fish and shellfish to your weekly menu? Check out six reasons to eat more seafood.
August 04, 2020 - Feature Story ,
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New England/Mid-Atlantic
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Grilled swordfish with mango chutney. Grilled swordfish with mango chutney. Credit: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Science Continues to Wash Up Along Gulf Beaches

Couple finds NOAA’s second message in a bottle in less than two years.
August 04, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
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