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Jul 28, 2025

Which structures in artificial reefs do fish choose to use?

The answers may help improve the conservation of several species.
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May 12, 2025

Where are the black sea bass? 

New research shows they could be migrating.

image: black sea bass on a reef.

Apr 28, 2025

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.
image: Black sea bass.

Mar 24, 2025

What’s on the menu for black sea bass? 

UNCW researchers have a novel use for an ecological troublemaker. 
image: black sea bass on a reef.

Sep 16, 2024

What temperatures can fish tolerate?

New research suggests how different species will respond to warming oceans. 
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Apr 22, 2024

Are we prepared for climate-ready fisheries policies?

Shifting fish populations make it difficult to manage fisheries across jurisdictions.
image: cobia.

Jan 8, 2024

Can phone interviews help set conservation goals?

Commercial fishers and recreational anglers answer the call — and provide valuable input on black sea bass and cobia. 
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Oct 16, 2023

How to Increase the Survival Rate for Black Sea Bass After Release 

Fish often sustain injuries when captured from deep waters, jeopardizing their survival...