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Sep 27, 2021

How Can We Increase the Numbers of Fish on Artificial Reefs?

Research shows that adding “prey refuge bags” to artificial reefs improves fish populations — and it even raises the chances that anglers will have success.

Sep 20, 2021

Do Offshore Wind Farms Affect Recreational Fishing?

Yes — but maybe not like you’d think they would.

Sep 13, 2021

How Do Hurricanes Affect Coral Reef Fish?

Underwater sounds can provide important clues about the ecological health of a reef fish community.

Sep 6, 2021

Ready for a Pop Quiz on Southern Flounder?

The latest science from North Carolina researchers is required reading.

Aug 23, 2021

What Happens to Red Drum and Spotted Seatrout After Live Weigh-Ins at Tournaments?

Red drum are slower to leave the area after release, and fewer die after tournaments than spotted sea trout.

Aug 16, 2021

What Can Satellite Imagery Tell Us About How Many Boats Visit Reefs?

Pioneering research from a joint North Carolina Sea Grant and NC Space Grant research fellow shows that spring and summer months bring the most visitors  -- likely due to fishing activity.

Aug 9, 2021

Does Restricting Fishing Activity Actually Benefit Reef Fish?

New science explores the effectiveness of marine protected areas.

Aug 2, 2021

Can GoPros on Remotely Operated Vehicles Measure the Size of Reef Fish?

New research shows that dual small action cameras on ROVs more effectively provide data about the length of fish for a wider range of species than previous methods that use lasers.

Jul 26, 2021

Can We Monitor Juvenile Shrimp With Microchips?

Scientists test a new technology that’s similar to your car’s EZ-Pass in order to track individual shrimp.

Jul 19, 2021

Can “Accelerometers” Confirm Life Jacket Use on Boats?

Technology already exists that might improve safety at sea.