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Rehabilitated Hawaiian Monk Seals Return to Kuaihelani

Three monk seals return to Midway Atoll at Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument after struggling with malnourishment. They now have a second chance at survival.
April 05, 2023 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
Hawaiian monk seal with satellite tag swimming in the waters after being released back into the wild. Rehabilitated Hawaiian monk seals explore their new habitat after a successful release into the wild at Kuaihelani (Midway Atoll). Credit: USFWS/Andy Sullivan-Haskins (NOAA Fisheries Permit #24359)

NOAA Names Jennifer Quan to Lead Fisheries’ West Coast Region

Agency expert brings more than 27 years of experience working on Pacific Northwest natural resource conservation issues.
April 04, 2023 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Close up headshot of Jennifer Quan Jennifer Quan is the new Regional Administrator for NOAA Fisheries West Coast Region. Credit: Molly Quan

Meet La'Shaun Willis, National Systematics Laboratory

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re introducing you to La’Shaun Willis, a Museum Technician with NOAA’s National Systematics Laboratory!
March 31, 2023 - Feature Story ,
National
A woman in a green t-shirt smiles for the camera while standing in front of a concrete wall and leafy plants. La’Shaun Willis outside the Smithsonian’s Museum Support Center in Suitland, Maryland. Credit: La’Shaun Willis

New Report Paves Way for a Northeast Fisheries and Offshore Wind Science Agenda

Next steps include workshops on floating offshore wind technologies.
March 30, 2023 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
A color graphic showing three wind energy turbines floating upright at the ocean surface and moored to the ocean bottom using different types of mooring lines and anchors. Conceptual drawing of mooring and anchoring technology for floating offshore wind energy platforms. Credit: U.S Department of Energy

Inbreeding: A Conservation Challenge for Iconic Killer Whales

New genome sequencing reveals the reason behind Southern Resident killer whales' failure to thrive.
March 30, 2023 - Podcast ,
West Coast
A black and white Southern Resident killer whale leaping out of the water. The fin of another whale is visible and a boat and mountains are in the background.

Long Isolated Killer Whales Maintain Small Population Spanning Oceans

Recently recognized “type-D” killer whales are nearly identical from New Zealand to Chile.
March 30, 2023 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
International

Women's History Month: Talking with Gabrielle Clardy

To celebrate Women’s History Month, we asked a few of our women scientists to talk about their science journey, what they love most about their job or career, what advice they have for the next generation of women scientists, and more. Let's meet Gabrielle Clardy.
March 29, 2023 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Gabi Clardy wears a mask, snorkel, and black dive skin while swimming at the surface of a shallow water area. There is sand beneath her and the water is crystal blue. She is looking at the camera and her right hand is giving the “peace” sign while holding a small red underwater camera.

Filling the Gap: Tagging Highly Migratory Species in Curaçao

Conducting research to learn more about yellowfin tuna habitat use and movement patterns in the southern Caribbean.
March 29, 2023 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Two scientists gripping a tuna on a boat deck to tag the species. The scientists are using a satellite tag on the yellowfin tuna to understand the species dynamics, abundance, distribution, movement patterns, and habitat use. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office Shares Biennial Report to Congress

Update describes work on fisheries science, oyster restoration, environmental education, climate, observations, and more.
March 28, 2023 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
A river meanders past residential areas, marshes, forests, and agricultural operations. The Mattaponi River in Virginia flows into the York River, which is a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay. Photo: Chesapeake Bay Program.

One Year In, Upper Barataria Marsh Creation Project is On Track for 2023 Completion

With more than 1,070 acres of the massive project complete, the marsh creation project is well ahead of schedule.
March 28, 2023 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Wetlands Louisiana marshlands. Credit: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.