Hook, Line and Science distills the latest fishery and fish-related research, delivering valuable insights and knowledge tailored for North Carolina anglers

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March 09, 2026

Can citizen science offer a solution for data-poor situations in sport fish management?

Mapping local knowledge from anglers can reveal small-scale seasonal movements and more.

February 23, 2026

Will NC mountain streams be suitable for stocked trout in 2050? 

A 35-year-old record of temperatures and a new computer model inform where and when to stock in the future. 

February 09, 2026

What can 40 years of angler interviews tell us about where fish are moving?

Half of the fish species in a new study are now inhabiting different areas of the East Coast.

January 24, 2026

Why does the number of shrimp in Pamlico Sound vary so much year to year?

A North Carolina Sea Grant study shows that combining shrimpers’ local ecological knowledge with traditional science leads to a clearer picture of why shrimp populations fluctuate.

Shark Spotlight: Exploring NEW RESEARCH

March 31, 2025

What causes bonnethead sharks to migrate?

Bonnetheads have strong preferences regarding temperature.

January 27, 2025

How does the moon phase affect fish?

A new study suggests when anglers might have the most lunar luck.

July 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.