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Using Observer Data

Fishery observers collect data from U.S. commercial fishing and processing vessels, as well as from shore-side processing plants.
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Observer Safety

At-sea monitors and observers play a critical role in supporting our science and management, and their health and safety is a top priority.
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Information for NOAA Restoration Center Award Recipients

Congratulations on receiving a NOAA award and becoming a partner with NOAA’s Restoration Center! We look forward to working together to make our habitat restoration project a success.
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Observer Providers

We contract with or certify private observer provider companies to recruit, hire, and deploy observers.
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National Observer Program

The National Observer Program nationally coordinates up to 18 observer programs in five regions. The NOP works with regional observer programs to develop national policies to enhance data quality while maintaining consistency in key areas.
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Why should we be excited about the 20th anniversary of Essential Fish Habitat?

We asked, NOAA experts answered. All interviewees have worked for NOAA Fisheries on Essential Fish Habitat provisions, which became part of the nation’s main law for marine fisheries in 1996.
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Fishing Tips to Protect Sea Turtles and Marine Mammals

The unintentional capture or injury of sea turtles and marine mammals during fishing is a significant threat to their health and recovery.
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Consultations for Essential Fish Habitat

A consultation with NOAA Fisheries is required whenever a federal agency, including the military, works in an area that will affect essential fish habitat. Together, the agency and NOAA determine how best to conduct coastal development while supporting…
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Regional Essential Fish Habitat Coordinators

For more information on essential fish habitat in your region, please contact the appropriate NOAA Fisheries’ Regional Coordinator.

Contact Directory List

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Ian Lundgren

National Essential Fish Habitat Coordinator
Office of Habitat Conservation
Office: (301) 427-8693
Email: ian.lundgren@noaa.gov
Alaska

Charlene Felkley

Essential Fish Habitat Coordinator
Alaska Regional Office
Office: (907) 271-5006
Email: charlene.felkley@noaa.gov
New England/Mid-Atlantic

Karen Greene

Mid-Atlantic Branch Chief and EFH Regional Coordinator
Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office
Office: (732) 872-3023
Cell: (978) 559-9871
Email: karen.greene@noaa.gov
Southeast

David Dale

Fish Biologist
Southeast Regional Office
Office: (727) 551-5736
Email: david.dale@noaa.gov
Pacific Islands

David Delaney

Essential Fish Habitat Coordinator
Pacific Islands Regional Office
Office: (808) 725-5019
Email: david.delaney@noaa.gov
West Coast

Eric Chavez

Essential Fish Habitat Coordinator
West Coast Regional Office
Office: (562) 980-4064
Email: eric.chavez@noaa.gov

Seabird Protection and Avoidance Tips

Seabirds live in a variety of habitats in and around shallow water and coastal environments. They represent an important part of the marine environment or food web and are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Depending on the geographic region,…
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