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Can Angler Reports Give Us a Better Understanding of Fisheries?

January 3, 2022 | Dave Shaw

New research suggests that you and your smartphone might be the keys to addressing gaps in information about fish stocks....

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Where Do Southern Flounder Go in the Winter?

December 27, 2021 | Dave Shaw

Southern flounder move offshore to spawn, but their migration patterns might be more mysterious than we thought....

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Will a Warming Atlantic Ocean Shorten the Lifespan of Your Favorite Fish?

December 20, 2021 | Dave Shaw

A small rise in temperature in the north Atlantic off Nova Scotia is likely to increase the natural mortality rate of many marine fishes in the region....

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Can Virtual Fish Collections Allow for Online Learning?

December 13, 2021 | Dave Shaw

Online learning offers promise and certainly works for some subjects — but face-to-face instruction is still more effective for other types of classes....

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Can Tarpon Survive a South Carolina Winter?

December 6, 2021 | Dave Shaw

Tidally-restricted coastal ponds can provide tarpon a welcome refuge during some of the coldest months....

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What Causes Anglers to Leave Behind Less Fishing Line and Other Litter?

November 29, 2021 | Dave Shaw

A first-of-its-kind study in Patagonia reveals that anglers will litter less when they understand how their activities affect the environment....

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What Can Scientists Learn From Ancient Sheepshead Bones?

November 22, 2021 | Dave Shaw

Sheepshead bones recovered from historical sites reveal large-scale changes in population, as well as the forces driving these changes....

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Does the Moon Affect Offshore Tournament Catch Rates?

November 15, 2021 | Dave Shaw

A classic study shows how moon phase influences some gamefish more than others....

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Would You Rather Keep More Fish Each Day or Fish Longer Seasons?

November 8, 2021 | Dave Shaw

Angler surveys show which tradeoffs they’ll make in order to get the most out of a fishing season....

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Are Red Drum Gone With the Wind?

November 1, 2021 | Dave Shaw

A new study looked at several environmental factors and how they affected the numbers of red drum in coastal NC waters....

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