Refine Results
Topic
Species Category
Region

"National"

National Results

2646 results match your filter criteria.

Climate Change Efforts Forge Ahead Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act

NOAA Fisheries prioritized Inflation Reduction Act funding to support America’s marine resources, coastal communities, and economies in preparing for climate change in 2023–2024.
February 22, 2024 - Feature Story ,
National
Rec anglers holding red snapper State, regional, and federal scientists are working closely to establish a coordinated, consistent approach in the use of state fisheries statistics, and improve the state and federal surveys in the region. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

White House National Science and Technology Council Unveils New Aquaculture Plan, First in 40 Years

Public invited to comment on the National Aquaculture Development Plan through April 5, 2024.
February 15, 2024 - Feature Story ,
National
Two men spray baskets of oysters on a boat. Oyster growers harvest farmed shellfish from the Damariscotta River in Maine. NOAA has awarded several grants to small businesses working to develop new tools to advance sustainable U.S. aquaculture. (Image credit: C. Katalinas/ Maine Sea Grant)

Regional Fishery Management Councils Climate Actions

A description of the activities undertaken by NOAA Fisheries and each regional fishery management council to address climate change in their fisheries.
National

Share Some Love this Valentine’s Day

Download these punny fish, turtle, and marine mammal Valentines to share with your friends.
February 13, 2024 - Photo Gallery ,
National
Blue Valentine's Day graphic with the image of a humpback whale in the center. Red hearts float overtop of its head.

Whales and Carbon Sequestration: Can Whales Store Carbon?

Whales can help mitigate climate change impacts by storing carbon in their bodies and transporting nutrients that benefit ocean food chains.
February 13, 2024 - Feature Story ,
National
North Atlantic right whale Pediddle (#1012) and calf. North Atlantic right whale Pediddle (#1012) and calf. This species was hunted nearly to extinction by commercial whalers in the 1800s, and continues to face threats from vessel strikes and entanglement in fishing gear. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

Why We Love Farmed Seafood

This Valentine’s Day, NOAA experts share their love stories with aquaculture.
February 13, 2024 - News ,
National
Four people squat on a gravel driveway eating plates of clams cooked on a propane burner. Island Creek Oyster staff enjoying driveway clams, (Credit: Island Creek Oysters.)

What Does it Mean to Have Whale Sense?

Watching whales in their natural habitat is an incredible experience—but it must be done in a way that doesn't disturb or harm them. Learn how to find a whale watching company that is committed to safe and respectful whale-watching practices.
February 12, 2024 - Video ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
National
A view of a crowd of people from behind. They are wearing winter gear and holding up cameras to take pictures of whales swimming near the boat. Spectators spot whales on a WhaleSENSE whale watching trip in Juneau, Alaska. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

Whale Week Highlights: A Message from Kim Damon-Randall, Director of NOAA Fisheries Office of Protected Resources

Celebrate Whale Week 2024 with us! This week, we’re spotlighting large whale species, climate change, and what you can do to conserve whales.
February 12, 2024 - Leadership Message ,
National
Mother and calf humpback whales near Maui, Hawaii. Humpback whales in the Pacific Ocean swim approximately 3,000 miles from Alaska to Hawaii to spend the winter in the warmer tropical waters. Credit: Jason Moore (NOAA permit #18786) Mother and calf humpback whales near Maui, Hawaii. Humpback whales in the Pacific Ocean swim approximately 3,000 miles from Alaska to Hawaii to spend the winter in the warmer tropical waters. Credit: Jason Moore (NOAA permit #18786)

Whale Week: Celebrating the Wonder of Whales

Celebrate Whale Week 2024 with us! Discover NOAA's work to study, recover, and conserve these magnificent marine mammals.
February 12, 2024 - Feature Story ,
National
Graphic for Whale Week featuring illustrations of long-finned pilot whale, sperm whale, beluga whale, and North Atlantic right whale

Meet the Rice's Whale

An infographic about the newly described species and one of the most endangered whales in the world
February 09, 2024 - Document ,
National