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Dave Shaw

image: striped bass.

Oct 28, 2024

Does it matter how you catch a striped bass?

A new study suggests that how you land a fish could make a real difference when it comes time to release it.
image: manatee seagrass in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

Oct 21, 2024

Do fishers want more protections for seagrass?   

Collaborative planning could lead to more effective conservation. 
image: Oysters from a feeder stream to the Chesapeake Bay, courtesy of NOAA.

Sep 9, 2024

Are sheepshead and oysters forever linked?

Thanks to the food chain, one does better in the presence of the other.
image: Hurricane Florence from ISS.

Aug 26, 2024

Do hurricanes stir up more mercury?

As the peak of hurricane season draws near, is metal toxicity in seafood an added threat? 
image: lighthouse on beach.

Aug 19, 2024

Did you leave some of your sunscreen behind?

A glimpse into a tourist-free environment reveals how everyday choices shape environmental health.
image: blue crabs.

Jul 22, 2024

Can inserts exclude terrapins from blue crab pots?

Small gear adjustments can make a big impact. 
image: Boats on lifts.

Jun 3, 2024

Can boaters stop the spread of harmful aquatic hitchhikers?

New approaches may help prevent some species from expanding their ranges.