Calling All Anglers!
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What Leads Anglers to Report their Catch Voluntarily?
Some anglers eagerly contribute important information on fisheries — and some anglers don’t.
Why Do Some Anglers Target Bluefin Tuna While Others Do Not?
The answer partially depends on annual income.
Do Bacteria in the Water Infect Us through Shellfish?
Water sampling could help to better understand potential risks to shellfish consumers.
What Does the Invasive Lionfish Eat?
Scientists have assumed that lionfish are not picky when it comes to consuming prey — but what if they are?
Can Released Deepwater Grouper Survive?
The use of descending devices in offshore bottom-fishing can combat the potentially life-threatening effects on fish brought up from depth.
How Are Blue Catfish Infiltrating New Waters?
Understanding the impact of invasive species on natural ecosystems is an important field of study in fisheries science.
Do Anglers Prefer Artificial Reefs?
Knowing whether anglers prefer one reef type more than another can help to assess the value of reefs for fishing and enjoyment.
Will Fish Move as the Atlantic Warms?
Warming of ocean temperatures may ultimately change the distributionsof many popular fish species, impacting both local fishing communities and possibly even major fishing ports.
