They are some of the most iconic and unique-looking creatures in our oceans. While some may think they look a bit “odd,” one thing researchers agree on is that little is known about hammerhead sharks. Many of the 10 hammerhead […]
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Partnership accomplishes significant Redfish Bay habitat restoration project ROCKPORT, Texas – September 2020 – Recognizing that Texas coastal wetland loss impacts everyone, Ducks Unlimited has partnered with Coastal Conservation Association Texas (CCA Texas) and the Building Conservation Trust (BCT), the
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Charter and private recreational fishing captains primarily are conscientious in practicing conservation-smart measures for their business depends on the availability of fish. Most billfishing captains practice catch and release, some also tag and many use non-offset circle hooks. But best
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In a move welcomed by thousands of American workers, Alaskan communities and the most prolific wild salmon fishery in the world, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) said it found a proposed Pebble mine in Alaska would likely cause
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TBF In 2020 This year has brought immense changes around the world, but The Billfish Foundation’s (TBF) dedication to conserving billfish and enhancing recreational fishing opportunities remains steadfast. A few actions TBF has advanced this year follow. Advanced discussion with
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Big bull reds may be outside the slot limit and therefore present a catch-and-release fishery, only, but there’s not an angler out there who wouldn’t agree that experiencing the tussle these fish put up is well worth the effort it
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Most people think of sailfish as a Florida fish, but in truth plenty get caught in the waters of the Gulf off Texas every year. That “plenty” could be “plenty more,” too, if more anglers focused in on catching sails.
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In Texas and throughout the South, Southern Flounder are a favorite among anglers and seafood enthusiasts. The bad news is Southern Flounder populations across the South and Southeastern U.S. have been in decline since the 1970s. One man hopes to
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The words smart and fish seem mutually exclusive. From carp to seatrout, this lists tackles the “smartest” fish and as the author found out things get a little strange here. They do not have large brains and are not known
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If you like live bait fishing, few tools are as valuable as a Sabiki rig. These little multi-lure rigs will get snapped up by virtually all different species of potential bait and can help you fill the livewell in a
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On Sunday morning August 9th, my husband, myself, and one of our friends loaded up the boat for a day of fishing. We put the boat in the water at Conn Brown Harbor in Aransas Pass, Texas in pursuit of
A Tale Of Two Redfish Read More »
If you plan on going after oceanic big game, you’re going to need a fighting belt – or maybe an assortment of fighting belts. Not only will they prevent the gimbaled butt of an offshore rod from digging into you,
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A giant manta ray with huge remoras was filmed off the coast of Galveston, TX at the Flower Gardens National Marine Sanctuary. Check out the footage here. giant with huge remoras was filmed off the coast of Galveston, TX at
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Choosing fishing gear is truly a matter of personal preference – what makes the ultimate speckled trout rod and reel to me may well not be your first choice. So take the following with a grain of salt. That said,
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Funny things about fishing hotspots: they come and they go. The place that you killed ’em last year may be completely beat this year, and next year is a totally fresh roll of the dice. Occasionally you’ll find a spot
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Conservation groups are asking the tens of thousands of people who boat in Texas coastal waters every year to become part of the solution to conserve diminishing habitats. Habitat loss and degradation has been documented for years as a problem
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) have reaffirmed an existing relationship that promises to benefit hunters, anglers and other outdoor enthusiasts for generations to come. A recently signed agreement builds on past successes between
FWS, Sportmen’s Alliance Team For Outdoors Access Read More »
A tiger shark on the OCEARCH Tracker tagged by collaborating scientists at Biopixel Oceans Foundation and the Oceanographic Research Institute confirms that the species is capable of crossing the Indian Ocean. The 10-foot-4-inch mature female named Sereia was tagged on
Tiger Shark Travels 4,000 Miles! Read More »
The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s Standing, Reef Fish, Ecosystem, and Socioeconomic Scientific and Statistical Committees will meet via webinar. The meeting will be held from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, EDT on Tuesday, August 11, 2020; and from
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