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Do Alaska Kelp Farms Provide Habitat for Native Species?

This new video shows the Alaska Fisheries Science Center’s research into how kelp farms may provide habitat for Alaskan species compared to natural bull kelp beds
February 27, 2024 - Video ,
Alaska
Alaska Ocean Farms harvests seaweed near Kodiak, Alaska. Alaska Ocean Farms harvests seaweed near Kodiak, Alaska. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

These Are a Few of Our Favorite Fish

During the fall 2023 Bottom Trawl Survey, science center staff and crew aboard the NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow shared their favorite survey species.
February 20, 2024 - Photo Gallery ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
A long, thin tan and brown fish lies on its belly atop a black background.

A Game-Changing Effort for Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales

An update from our experts on the status of North Atlantic right whales, and our plans to use Inflation Reduction Act funds for right whale conservation.
February 15, 2024 - Podcast ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Southeast
Horton NARW with her calf North Atlantic right whale Horton and newborn calf. Credit: Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute, taken under NOAA permit #26919.

Rice’s Whale Photo Gallery

Images of the endangered Rice’s whale taken and compiled by NOAA’s Southeast Fisheries Science Center and partners.
February 14, 2024 - Photo Gallery ,
Southeast
Rice’s whale photographed using an unmanned aircraft system.

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.

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

60 Years of Science on the Atlantic

The Northeast Bottom Trawl survey reached a major milestone when it turned 60 years old in fall 2023. Learn how this survey is conducted and how it informs science and management in the Atlantic.
February 01, 2024 - Podcast ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Survey tow net is hauled up with catch for sorting and processing After each survey tow, the net is retrieved and the catch is emptied into a hopper where a series of conveyors move the catch to the sorting and processing area aboard the NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow. There, scientists sort the catch and collect data and biological samples. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jessica Blaylock

Pacific Islands ESA@50 Ocean Art Contest: Winners

Check out the winning K–12 student art from the 2023 ESA@50 Ocean Art Contest.
January 25, 2024 - Photo Gallery ,
Pacific Islands
Color paper cut into various shapes to make a whale and oceanic element pieces.

Pacific Islands ESA@50 Ocean Art Contest: Honorable Mentions

Check out K–12 student art that received honorable mention in the 2023 ESA@50 Ocean Art Contest.
January 25, 2024 - Photo Gallery ,
Pacific Islands
Artwork featuring two scalloped hammerhead sharks swimming in the water with rays of gold, blue, and white paint surrounding them.

Documenting the Elusive North Pacific Right Whale

North Atlantic right whales get a lot of attention. In this episode, we learn a little about their lesser known West Coast cousins: North Pacific right whales, whose numbers are dramatically low.
January 11, 2024 - Podcast ,
Alaska
West Coast
north-pacific-right-whale.jpg North Pacific right whale. Credit: Brenda K. Rone