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Jun 15, 2020

What Can Anglers Do to Improve Shark Fisheries Management?

New research shows that citizen scientists can collect data and identify sharks with little error.

Jun 8, 2020

What Should We Do with Unused Marine Bloodworms and Packing Material?

Research shows the seaweed that distributors use to pack the worms can carry non-native species, which are are harmful to the environment.

Jun 1, 2020

Can Computers Accurately Identify Fish by Species?

Research suggests that state-of-the-art modeling is the key to the automated identification of fish.

May 25, 2020

Do Artificial Reefs Enhance Fish Habitats?

A new study demonstrates that artificial reefs benefit fish communities.

May 11, 2020

Which Region’s Saltwater Anglers Catch the Most Fish?

Is it the Atlantic Coast, Gulf of Mexico, or Pacific Coast?

Apr 27, 2020

Can Insight from Ancient Oysters Provide Solutions for Modern Oyster Management?

The fossil record may suggest keys to protecting the modern-day species.

Apr 20, 2020

What Attracts Blacktip Sharks to Fishing Piers?

Research shows the number of anglers makes a difference.

Apr 13, 2020

What’s Up With NC Shrimp?

Are we catching more shrimp offshore during the winter and spring?

Mar 30, 2020

What Will Historic Dock Photos Reveal about Fisheries?

Citizen scientists will help to fill in the gaps.

Mar 23, 2020

What Affects the Size of Juvenile Southern Flounder?

Recent findings highlight how differences in salinity and diet impact growth.