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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.
Does the Type of Habitat Affect Juvenile Fish?
Research shows sportfish generally have higher populations in natural and restored habitats.
When Do Anglers Head to Reef Sites?
Long-range automated cameras answered the question about one in site in Australia.
Does the Moon Affect Offshore Tournament Catch Rates?
A classic study shows how moon phase influences some gamefish more than others.
How Do Loggerhead Sea Turtles React to Hurricanes?
Not only do they dive longer and change locations, but their new behaviors linger after the storm has passed.
Can You Identify North Carolina’s Three Species of Flounder?
It turns out, most anglers can’t. Luckily, NCDMF has some tips.
Do Trout Stocked in Western NC Rivers Stay Put?
Most trout stay within about a mile of their original stocking location but are available in high numbers to anglers for only a few weeks.
Where Can I Find Quick and Free Info about Fish Stocks?
The new NOAA Fisheries Stock SMART Tool provides easy online access to current and historical data on federal stock assessments.
What’s the Greatest Risk to Your Boat?
Hurricanes result in some of the most frequent boating insurance claims.
Are Catch-and-Release Deepwater Fish an Easy Meal for Sharks?
Can shark appetites undermine the use of descending devices as a conservation strategy? A research team led by one of the scientists who appeared on SHARKFEST, Marcus Drymon of Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant, decided to find out.
What Are the Top Ten Most Common Types of Trash on the NC Coast?
Cigarette butts make up 26% of beach trash. Fishing gear doesn’t even make the top ten list.