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image: fisher on a pier.

Aug 21, 2023

Are shoreline anglers satisfied with fishing regulations?

The answer probably depends on why they fish. 
image: black sea bass on a reef.

Aug 14, 2023

What’s the Best Way to Count Reef Fish?

Scientists compared two methods — high definition video and wire traps — to see which better sampled an array of fish off the Southeast coast.

Aug 7, 2023

Can Fish Escape Waters That Are Harmfully Low on Oxygen?

New research shows that spot flee quickly when oxygen levels are unsafe.

Jul 31, 2023

Have Bigger Sharks Given Way to Smaller Sharks Along the North Carolina Coast?

Over the last 50 years, many shark species have trended toward smaller-sized individuals around Cape Lookout.
A summer flounder recently caught on a wooden dock

Jul 27, 2023

The Most Popular Flounder Posts on Hook, Line & Science

Posts on flounder identification, historic dock photos and North Carolina shrimp were the most read during the first six months of 2020.

Jul 24, 2023

Who’s Afraid of New Seafood?

Packed with 16g of healthy protein per serving, seasoned catfish skin chips make an impact on consumers.

Jul 17, 2023

How Have Oyster Reefs Changed Over the Last Six Decades?

In a crucial North Carolina estuary, scientists combed through historical data to better understand how biodiversity and seafood supply have changed -- and will continue to change.
image: dolphin at play.

Jul 10, 2023

Where Do Dolphins Live Year-Round in NC Waters?

They may cluster together differently than we thought.
image: Hurricane Florence from ISS.

Jun 26, 2023

Can Fish Communities in Seagrass Weather Hurricanes?

These shallow water habitats withstand storm impacts, providing protection for juvenile fish.
image: water scorpion, Germany.

Jun 19, 2023

What Can Stories Teach Children About Rivers and Oceans?

A tale about a water scorpion, a boy, and a dam proves effective in teaching children about protecting the environment.