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Massachusetts Cold-stunned Sea Turtles: A Sign of Climate Change?

The number of cold-stunned turtles on Cape Cod are increasing, likely in part due to climate change. We are adapting our response and planning for the future to accommodate increasing numbers.
June 18, 2024 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
A responder rescues a cold-stunned sea turtle from a Cape Cod beach. A responder rescues a cold-stunned sea turtle from a Cape Cod beach. Photo courtesy of Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay.

Dead Dolphin Found with Missing Fins and Tail in Queens, New York

NOAA Office of Law Enforcement is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information.
June 11, 2024 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Dead bottlenose dolphin on the beach. Bottlenose dolphin. Credit: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Shark Depredation: A Frustrating Experience for Fishermen in the Atlantic

NOAA Fisheries continues to work with partners and fishermen to find solutions to depredation.
June 04, 2024 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Southeast
National
Saltwater fishing boat with poles in the Gulf of Mexico, Alabama. Saltwater fishing boat with poles in the Gulf of Mexico near Alabama.

Compiling the First-Ever Color Portrait of Narraguagus River Thermal Habitats

Celebrating World Fish Migration Day, we check in with Valerie Ouellet, intrepid researcher studying this key habitat for endangered Atlantic salmon.
May 24, 2024 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Brook trout smolt in aquarium. A brook trout fry captured by Ouellet during a study investigating cold-water fish habitat productivity. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Benjamin Tumolo

NOAA Fisheries Partners with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation in Support of North Atlantic Right Whales

$6 million in Inflation Reduction Act funding will be available through the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for vessel strike prevention technology.
May 22, 2024 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Southeast
Aerial image of a right whale as it swims along. The top of its back and head are visble above the surface. A single North Atlantic right swims in the Atlantic Ocean. NOAA Fisheries/Peter Duley

Celebrating a NOAA Champion for Migratory Fish

NOAA Marine Habitat Resource Specialist Eric Hutchins stands out for his nearly 40 years of service and tireless efforts to restore migratory fish populations in New England.
May 21, 2024 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Eric catches an American eel for an educational event about migratory fish. (Photo: Samuel Coulbourn) Eric catches an American eel for an educational event about migratory fish. (Photo: Samuel Coulbourn)

Gray Seal Found Shot in Delaware

NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement offering a reward of up to $4,000 for information.
May 09, 2024 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
An injured gray seal lying on the beach. Gray seal. Credit: MERR Institute

Studying Sound in the Ocean to Prepare for Offshore Wind Development

NOAA Fisheries scientists talk about passive acoustic monitoring and where it fits into the country's renewable energy strategy.
May 09, 2024 - Podcast ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
National
Overcast day with mostly gray and silver tones. In the background at left, a line of 8 offshore windmills tower over the horizon. In the foreground, a small boat open-decked boat with a flat roof is silhouetted against a shining sea A small fishing vessel near wind turbines. Credit: Bob Brewer on Unsplash

NOAA Partners with U.K. Anglers and Scientists to Learn More About Blue Sharks

Study to focus on movement ecology of these sharks in the eastern North Atlantic.
May 08, 2024 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Blue shark as seen from below. Large eye visible.

A Hero for Marine Life: Honoring Dr. Charles “Stormy” Mayo

Janet Coit, Assistant Administrator for NOAA Fisheries, celebrates Stormy Mayo’s 48-year career spent conserving and studying marine life, including rescuing entangled North Atlantic right whales.
May 06, 2024 - Leadership Message ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
National
Dr. Charles "Stormy" Mayo and Assistant Administrator Janet Coit Dr. Charles “Stormy” Mayo and NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator Janet Coit at the Center for Coastal Studies.