Calling All Anglers!

Now it’s even easier to stay up to date on the latest science and news. Just check back here for new posts every Monday.

And… calling all scientists! If you’d like to write for Hook, Line & Science about your research, please contact Scott Baker at msbaker@ncsu.edu or Sara Mirabilio at semirabi@ncsu.edu.

image: girl at NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher views megalodon jaws.

What’s Four Years Old and Contains 185 Fisheries Science Updates for Anglers?

January 9, 2023 | Dave Shaw

North Carolina Sea Grant’s Hook, Line & Science -- and here are the top 10 stories so far....

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How Do Humpback Whales Behave Around Busy Atlantic Seaports?

January 2, 2023 | Dave Shaw

New research reveals what happens when humpback whales and boats of all sizes frequent the same high traffic areas at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay....

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Are the Number of Adults with Shellfish Allergies Increasing?

December 26, 2022 | Dave Shaw

Research shows that nearly 3% of adults in our country are allergic to shellfish....

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What if Fishing Tournaments Could Be Great Competitions and Helpful to Science?

December 19, 2022 | Dave Shaw

New research looks at whether historical records from recreational fishing tournaments can be a useful source of information about long-term trends in recreational fisheries....

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How Would a Nuclear War Affect Our Climate and Oceans?

December 12, 2022 | Dave Shaw

Scientists ran simulations on a variety of nuclear war scenarios — and some of the potential impacts would last thousands of years....

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Can We Really Protect the Piping Plover?

December 5, 2022 | Dave Shaw

A new study looked at the long-term mating habits of these birds before and after protective measures went into effect....

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Are Fishing Guides Role Models?

November 28, 2022 | Dave Shaw

About 500 former clients of charter fishing guides weighed in on the issue....

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What Do Anglers Think of the Great Red Snapper Count?

November 21, 2022 | Dave Shaw

Researchers wanted to learn more about people’s views related to the accuracy of the count and the science behind it....

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Do Self-Releasing Hooks Minimize Fish Injuries During Catch-and-Release?

November 14, 2022 | Dave Shaw

A bite-shortened hook, designed to release fish without handling, shows promise....

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Are Young Great Whites Swimming Coastal Carolina Waters?

November 7, 2022 | Dave Shaw

New research shows these sharks might not be spending their winters where we expected. ...

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