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North Pacific Fisheries Commission Takes Steps to Improve Fisheries Management, Labor Standards, and Illegal Fishing

Members adopted a revised compliance monitoring scheme and a U.S. proposal to promote labor protections for fishing vessel crews. Other decisions strengthen monitoring of fishing vessels and make progress on protecting deep-sea ecosystems.
April 24, 2024 - Feature Story ,
International
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Some Research Takes a Lifetime—Like the Northern Elephant Seal

Long-term research under Marine Mammal Protection Act scientific research permits provides insight into northern elephant seal moms and pups.
March 14, 2024 - Feature Story ,
National
northern elephant seal on the beach Researchers observing a colony of northern elephant seals. Photo taken under NOAA Fisheries MMPA Permit # 23188.

What Does it Take to Be a NOAA Diver in the Southeast?

NOAA divers collect an incredible amount of data underwater to support research on coral reefs and other habitats. Explore the challenging skills and extensive knowledge required of these divers to get this critical work done safely and efficiently.
February 07, 2024 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
A woman underwater taking off scuba gear. NOAA divemaster, Erin Cain, practices scuba unit removal and replacement skills. This exercise allows divers to check and resolve possible entanglement or gear malfunction issues. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Caitlin Langwiser

A New Marsh in Western Louisiana Takes Shape for Fish, Birds, and People

The 392-acre marsh off Calcasieu Lake is made possible by funds from a 2006 oil spill case.
September 11, 2023 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
an aerial view of Longpoint Bayour is shown When complete, the Long Point Bayou marsh creation project near Lake Calcasieu, Louisiana will consist of almost 400 acres of new habitat for fish, birds, and invertebrates like shrimp. The project site is near to a swath of sensitive marsh habitat heavily impacted by a 2006 oil spill. This aerial view shows the containment structures that will hold sediment pumped in to build the marsh structure itself. (Photo: Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority)

Deep-Sea Pioneers Take Root in the Gulf of Mexico

The first seafloor trials are under way to restore coral communities impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
August 09, 2023 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
healthy fragment is shown in a small bin of water

Short-Term Tagging Of Rare Whale Takes A Step Forward

Dropping tags from drones holds promise for non-invasive, effective, efficient deployment under challenging conditions
July 31, 2023 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
A bright yellow loaf-shaped tag just landing on the broad, finless back of a dark-colored whale, the splash from impact visible in the image. The whale’s blow holes are fully open as it takes a breath before submerging again. A suction cup tag just dropped onto the back of a North Atlantic right whale. The photo was taken by the drone that deployed the tag (Permit #24359). Credit: NOAA Fisheries, Ocean Alliance/Chris Zadra

NOAA Takes Ownership of the James J. Howard Laboratory in New Jersey

NOAA commits to a long-term presence in the mid-Atlantic at the marine science lab at Sandy Hook.
July 20, 2023 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
A large group of scientists stands in front of the open glass doors of a building. A banner above them reads: “James J. Howard Marine Science Laboratory” and “NOAA Fisheries”. Howard Laboratory current and retired staff in front the laboratory building after the transfer of ownership ceremony on July 11, 2023. Credit: Heather Soulen/ NOAA Fisheries

Take the Lead, Do not Feed

Changing our behavior can keep people and Steller sea lions safe.
September 28, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Fisherman feeding a Steller sea lion. A fisherman feeds a Steller sea lion.

VanDine Takes the Helm of the Research Vessel Gloria Michelle

Update: Lt. Cmdr. Benjamin VanDine was the captain of the Northeast Fisheries Science Center's research vessel Gloria Michelle from 2019 to 2022
June 22, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Benjamin VanDine kayaking in icy waters.

Student Interns Take a Virtual Dive into the World of Deep-Sea Corals and Sponges

From coast to coast, college seniors and recent graduates contribute to NOAA’s Deep Sea Coral Research and Technology Program research goals through unique projects.
October 05, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
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National
An image of a green sponge on the sea floor. The green sponge Latrunculia austini was discovered in 2005 by NOAA Fisheries coral biologist Bob Stone. Hollings Scholar Kaya Mondry spent her summer conducting a literature review on biomedical compounds produced by this species. Credit: NOAA Fisheries