NOAA Fisheries

It's National Fishing and Boating Week! It's time to celebrate all that recreational fishing has to offer: from catching up with friends—while catching dinner—to passing along the family tradition of casting a line and connecting with nature. Follow along as we highlight the importance of recreational fishing to our nation and the species that drive our sport and coastal communities. https://lnkd.in/dyDEgHWp

Capitol Hill Ocean Week is next week! Will you be there? Convened by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, #CHOW2025 is all about collective action and innovation. Catch up with NOAA Fisheries and our partners during these sessions: June 3 from 1:15PM to 2:30PM Eastern: “Red, White, and Blue Fisheries: Advancing U.S. Seafood Competitiveness”  The panel will be moderated by Kristy Clement, chief executive officer of the Alaska Fisheries Development Foundation, and feature panelists Dave Hogan, director of the Office of Marine Conservation at the U.S. Department of State; Emily Menashes, deputy assistant administrator for operations at NOAA Fisheries; Imani Black, founder of Minorities In Aquaculture; Linda Lai Cornish, president and founder of Seafood Nutrition Partnership; and Buddy Guindon, founder of Katie's Seafood Market, LLC. and June 4 from 12:15PM to 1:15PM Eastern: “From Strategy to Action: How NOAA Aims to Put More U.S. Seafood on American Plates”  The panel will be moderated by Meaghan Emory, communications lead for NOAA Fisheries Southeast Fisheries Science Center, and feature panelists Danielle Blacklock, director of NOAA Fisheries Office of Aquaculture; Carissa Gervasi, Ph.D., Assistant Scientist in support of NOAA Fisheries Southeast Fisheries Science Center through the University of Miami Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies; and Sarah Shoffler, NOAA Fisheries National Seafood Strategy Coordinator Registration is free, and you can join virtually or in person! See the full agenda and register for the event: https://lnkd.in/esFAchNb 

There are millions of species in the ocean, and they’ve all been around a long time. They have inherent value—they’re valuable just for existing, in addition to the role they play in the ecosystem. If we don’t know about them, we’re not interested in them. Exploration is a critical first step in that process—raising awareness of these species, and learning about them so we can manage and protect them. In this video, NOAA Ocean Exploration marine biologist Allen Collins discusses why it is important to explore our world’s oceans and why discovering new species is his favorite thing about being a marine biologist.

Scientists estimate there may be between 700,000 and 1 million species in the ocean. Roughly two-thirds of these species—and possibly more—have yet to be discovered. How can we manage or protect them if we don’t know they exist? That’s why we work with partners to explore the ocean and discover new species. In fact, NOAA Fisheries scientists have discovered dozens of species over the years, including fish, sharks, whales, and invertebrates. Learn more about these new kids on the block—how we discovered them, what makes them unique, and why they’re important: https://lnkd.in/etv56DHW Credit: Paul Tixier; NOAA Ocean Exploration

In a new partnership, Microsoft's AI for Good is providing artificial intelligence and cloud computing for a NOAA project to better map prime salmon habitat—where a small change in water flow can make a big difference. It will allow salmon recovery leaders to better understand where we can get the most additional fish habitat for the money. The partnership will develop the model and analysis through cloud computing. It will save scientists the time and cost of downloading and processing high-resolution satellite images, which comprise many gigabytes each. Otherwise, they would consume so much bandwidth they would slow down computer systems. The new AI model will show managers how changes in water flows would alter the amount and location of salmon habitat on the landscape. It will simultaneously assess river habitats in fine detail over a large area, which has eluded researchers in the past. Read about this exciting new project: https://lnkd.in/eKWZjqJt

Happy #EarthDay! 🌎 For the air we breathe, the water we drink, the marine life we love, and the fish and habitats that sustain us—there are many reasons to show gratitude to our incredible planet today. At NOAA Fisheries, we work every day to conserve and recover our planet’s marine life and ecosystems. From restoring habitats, to protecting marine animals, to supporting sustainable U.S. fisheries, learn how we're using science to protect and improve our environment. Learn more about the many ways our scientists and partners work to support our planet: https://lnkd.in/ehQGB6yu Credit: NOAA Fisheries; NOAA Fisheries/Ray Boland

This month marks 15 years since the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. It was the largest marine oil spill ever in the United States, releasing 134 million gallons of oil into the Gulf. Over the course of the spill, oil was detected on more than 43,300 square miles of the ocean—an area about the size of the state of Virginia. The oil harmed natural resources in the Gulf—including fish, marine animals, and habitats—as well as coastal communities. NOAA was part of the initial response, and since then we have worked with our partners to plan, implement, and monitor projects to restore natural resources in the Gulf of America. Learn more about the ways we are restoring the Gulf and the progress we’ve made 15 years after the spill: https://lnkd.in/efTjknyq Credit: NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration

We are pleased to welcome Eugenio Piñeiro Soler as Assistant Administrator for NOAA Fisheries. Mr. Piñeiro Soler has enjoyed a long and illustrious life in fisheries management. In a career that has spanned over 30 years, he has been a successful commercial fisherman, fisheries captain, and entrepreneur in his home island of Puerto Rico and throughout the Caribbean. He brings extensive managerial and leadership experience to NOAA Fisheries, having worked at the intersection of policy and science throughout his career. Mr. Piñeiro Soler’s passion for these issues is evident and he will work with NOAA Fisheries’ various partners, industries, and constituencies to promote the economic benefits of U.S. fisheries and ensure smart management of our nation’s fisheries and trust resources. Join us in welcoming Mr. Piñeiro Soler, and learn more about his career: https://lnkd.in/esexkYUY 

BoriCorps began in 2021 with the support of The Corps Network and the National Park Service at El Morro, San Juan National Historic Site. Since then, we have been able to impact more young people in other areas and participate in projects like this.  We are so proud of our AmeriCorps members and our partners. Thank you NOAA Fisheries for believing in the power of young people!

Ever wondered what NOAA Fisheries does? We're responsible for the stewardship of our ocean resources and their habitat. We ensure U.S. fisheries are productive and sustainable—providing Americans with jobs, recreation, and safe seafood. We restore healthy habitats—which protect our coasts and provide homes for fish and wildlife—and we protect the marine life you care about.