Want to go for a swim? How about down around 1,300 feet? You’re going to need a submarine for that, so unless you’re friends with Elon Musk or James Cameron it’s probably not going to happen, BUT… you CAN go exploring with the crew of the R/V Nancy Foster, which sent down an ROV to… Continue Reading NOAA Southeast Deep Coral Initiative
Did you know that as of March 2011, the Gulf of Mexico had 295 marine protected areas? But not all of these are created equally – they can have varying levels of regulation and are managed by different organizations. Needless to say, marine protected areas can be a confusing topic. This storyboard aims to clear… Continue Reading Let’s Talk Closed Areas
Goliath grouper are the largest grouper in the Gulf of Mexico; reaching 8 feet in length and weighing up to 850 lbs. This impressive species was historically depleted but has made quite a comeback. Unfortunately, interactions between goliath grouper and anglers still occur, and these interactions plus their increased abundance has led to controversy over… Continue Reading Goliath Grouper
The spread of lionfish has been fast, and now they’re threatening fishery resources and the health of corals in the Gulf of Mexico. This storyboard explains how lionfish arrived in the Gulf, their impact on coral and fishery ecosystems, and how you can support mitigation efforts. Launch site
Management areas are created by the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council to achieve the goals of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. This interactive map allows users to view fishery management areas, boundaries, and their associated fishing regulations in the Gulf of Mexico. Launch map
