Our scientists spend months at sea every year, conducting various scientific surveys to collect vital data on many different marine species. One such survey is the Bottom Longline Survey conducted by the Southeast Fisheries Science Center.
$8.2 million will leverage resources and establish lasting partnerships in support of productive and sustainable fisheries, healthy ecosystems, and resilient communities.
NOAA Fisheries scientists used modern acoustic technology to successfully verify the accuracy of old (1924-2003) maps of the Alaska sea floor and validate their use in managing sustainable fisheries.