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.
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.
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.
How Do Anglers and Non-Anglers Differ When They Hire a Boat?
Research shows that regardless of whether people fish, they share some similar tastes in chartered trips — but the findings also reveal how charter companies might hook more non-anglers.