What Keeps Striped Bass Populations from Rebounding?
Here's why the species hasn’t recovered in the Neuse River....Continue reading "What Keeps Striped Bass Populations from Rebounding?"
What’s Four Years Old and Contains 185 Fisheries Science Updates for Anglers?
North Carolina Sea Grant’s Hook, Line & Science -- and here are the top 10 stories so far....Continue reading "What’s Four Years Old and Contains 185 Fisheries Science Updates for Anglers?"
How Do Humpback Whales Behave Around Busy Atlantic Seaports?
New research reveals what happens when humpback whales and boats of all sizes frequent the same high traffic areas at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay....Continue reading "How Do Humpback Whales Behave Around Busy Atlantic Seaports?"
Are the Number of Adults with Shellfish Allergies Increasing?
Research shows that nearly 3% of adults in our country are allergic to shellfish....Continue reading "Are the Number of Adults with Shellfish Allergies Increasing?"
What if Fishing Tournaments Could Be Great Competitions and Helpful to Science?
New research looks at whether historical records from recreational fishing tournaments can be a useful source of information about long-term trends in recreational fisheries....Continue reading "What if Fishing Tournaments Could Be Great Competitions and Helpful to Science?"
How Would a Nuclear War Affect Our Climate and Oceans?
Scientists ran simulations on a variety of nuclear war scenarios — and some of the potential impacts would last thousands of years....Continue reading "How Would a Nuclear War Affect Our Climate and Oceans?"
Can We Really Protect the Piping Plover?
A new study looked at the long-term mating habits of these birds before and after protective measures went into effect....
Are Fishing Guides Role Models?
About 500 former clients of charter fishing guides weighed in on the issue....What Do Anglers Think of the Great Red Snapper Count?
Researchers wanted to learn more about people’s views related to the accuracy of the count and the science behind it....Continue reading "What Do Anglers Think of the Great Red Snapper Count?"
Do Self-Releasing Hooks Minimize Fish Injuries During Catch-and-Release?
A bite-shortened hook, designed to release fish without handling, shows promise....Continue reading "Do Self-Releasing Hooks Minimize Fish Injuries During Catch-and-Release?"