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12 Shark Facts That May Surprise You
1. Sharks do not have bones. Sharks use their gills to filter oxygen from the water. They are a special type of fish known "elasmobranch", which translates into fish made of catilaginous tissues—the clear gristly stuff that your ears and nose tip are made of. This category also includes rays, sawfish, and… SEE MORE
2020 Recreational and Commercial Tautog Fishery Notice
The Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces changes to the recreational and commercial tautog season and catch limits. SEASON AND CATCH LIMITS The recreational and commercial tautog season and catch limits from January 1 through December 31, 2020 are: January 1 - May 15: 4 fish/person/day May 16 - June… SEE MORE
Blackfin Tuna and Shortfin Mako Changes Effective Jan. 1, 2020
Starting Jan. 1, 2020, several saltwater fishing regulation changes will take effect including new rules on blackfin tuna and shortfin mako. Blackfin tuna Starting Jan. 1, 2020, the recreational limit for blackfin tuna will be two fish per person or 10 fish per vessel, whichever is greater, in state and federal… SEE MORE
NOAA Fisheries Closes Nantucket Lightship and Closed Area I Closure Areas to Gillnet Gear
In compliance with a recent Federal District Court Order, NOAA Fisheries is implementing a closure of the Nantucket Lightship and Closed Area I Groundfish Closure Areas for gillnet gear only. This rule is effective December 17th. All gillnetters must remove their gillnet gear from these areas as soon as possible, consistent… SEE MORE
Maryland Fishing Report Week of December 10th, 2019
By Keith Lockwood. While everyone is caught up in the pre-holiday rush, those looking for a little respite will find plenty of fun fishing opportunities this month. The preseason stocking of trout has begun and walleye, chain pickerel, yellow perch and catfish are all eager to entertain those who fish… SEE MORE
Supreme Court Shuts Down Challenge from California Fishing Industry
By Monica Vaughan. Sea otters will remain free to roam into their historic home waters of Southern California without being forcibly removed, thanks to a long-fought legal victory for advocates of endangered wildlife and despite a national effort by conservative groups who saw the issue as a test case. That… SEE MORE
Feds Close the Gulf of Alaska Cod Fishery for the First Time
By Kavitha George. In an unprecedented response to historically low numbers of Pacific cod, the federal cod fishery in the Gulf of Alaska is closing for the 2020 season. It’s a decision that came as little surprise, but it’s the first time the fishery has closed due to concerns of… SEE MORE
With Temperatures Dropping, Can You Handle the Fish?
By Jill Christoferson. While many anglers sing the praises of Florida’s warmer fishing months, seasoned anglers know that winter can offer great fishing opportunities for some of the state’s most sought-after fish species. As the temperatures drop, you’ll spot many anglers, including veteran kayak angler Stephen Stubbs, following spotted seatrout… SEE MORE
Learn to Fish - 2020 CT Course Schedule
Certified CARE Instructors offer a wide variety of opportunities for you, your friends and family to learn about fish and fishing. Class curriculum is designed for families and kids age 9 and up. You will learn about fishing tackle, how to cast, knot tying, safety, regulations and how to identify… SEE MORE
Are Alabama Fish Safe to Eat? Here's How the State Decides
By Dennis Pillion. It’s 40 degrees on a Wednesday morning in Eufaula and White Oak Creek is quiet except for the puttering of a diesel generator and a faint wee-oh, wee-oh sound reminiscent of a European ambulance siren. That high-pitched sound means the two squid-like collections of wires dangling into… SEE MORE
Seafood Firm Plans to Build Fish Production Site in Jonesport
By Bill Trotter. A Dutch aquaculture company plans to build a $110 million land-based fish aquaculture site in Jonesport, company officials said last Wednesday. Officials from Kingfish Zeeland, which specializes in growing yellowtail for the European seafood market, met with residents Wednesday evening at the local library to share information about… SEE MORE
Red Tide Status Update from Florida Fish and Wildlife Commision
November 27th, 2019 - Current Conditions A bloom of the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persists in Southwest Florida. Additional details are provided below. In Southwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed at background concentrations in Pinellas County, background to medium concentrations in Sarasota County, very low to high concentrations in and/or offshore of Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties and… SEE MORE
