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Can Migrating Fish Bypass Dams and Locks?
Yes, by using “fishways” — but with varying degrees of success.
What Are the Most Popular Blogposts of the Year from Hook, Line and Science?
Fish shrinkage, invasive lionfish appetites, and cobia movement were our most popular topics as North Carolina Sea Grant’s Hook, Line & Science blog celebrates its first year.
What Fish Species Live in the Surf Zone?
At Wrightsville Beach, 84 different fishes use the surf zone.
Can You Identify North Carolina’s Three Species of Flounder?
It turns out, most anglers can’t. Luckily, NCDMF has some tips.
What Happens to Plastic Trash?
Researchers found “microplastics” in 59 of 60 samples in near-shore waters.
What’s in Our Fish — and Our Gators?
New research looks at whether PFAS — perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances — are accumulating in our wildlife.
Can Living Shorelines Lessen Erosion from Boat Traffic?
It depends on how much water they allow to pass through them.
Looking for a Good Local Spot for Spot?
Stick with a winner. Some juvenile saltmarsh fishes reoccupy the same areas for weeks and even months.