Top photos of 2019 from NOAA Fisheries

by NOAA Fisheries 22 Dec 2019 19:18 UTC

Strawberry squid © NOAA Fisheries

A very large flatfish, flying squid, and grumpy lumpfish are among our five most liked Instagram photos of 2019.

Did you know that an Alaskan halibut can grow to be eight feet long and five feet wide, and weigh 500 pounds? Visit FishWatch for species information on Pacific halibut.

An Alaska Fisheries Science Center Researcher next to an Alaskan halibut. - photo © NOAA Fisheries

2. Strawberry squid

On the last trawl of the Deep-See cruise aboard the @NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow, scientists caught three very large strawberry squid.

A flying squid flushes as the NOAA research ship Reuben Lasker approaches. - photo © Bernardo Alps / NOAA Fisheries

3. Flying squid

Did you know some squid species can fly? They use jet propulsion to launch themselves out of the water to avoid predators.

Lumpfish - photo © NOAA Fisheries

4. Lumpfish

A lumpfish caught aboard the F/V Karen Elizabeth during the September 12 wingspread study with the @NOAA Ship Henry Bigelow's trawl net.

Dr. Archie Carr, the #father of sea turtle biology and conservation. - photo © NOAA Fisheries

5. World Sea Turtle Day - Archie Carr

World Sea Turtle Day marks the birthday of Dr. Archie Carr, the father of sea turtle biology and conservation.

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Gray Whale population abundance
Eastern North Pacific Gray Whale population increases after observed decline To understand how the eastern North Paci?c gray whale population is responding to changes in the environment following its recovery from low numbers due to commercial whaling, we study changes in abundance over time. Posted on 5 Apr

New research reveals diversity of Killer Whales
Long viewed as one worldwide species, killer whale diversity now merits more Scientists have resolved one of the outstanding questions about one of the world's most recognizable creatures, identifying two well-known killer whales in the North Pacific Ocean as separate species. Posted on 31 Mar

Where the Leatherbacks Roam
Leatherbacks commonly swim from the South and Mid-Atlantic Bights during the warmer months Scientists find evidence of critical feeding grounds for endangered leatherback turtles along the U.S. Atlantic coast by studying movement behavior with satellite tags. Posted on 30 Mar

Meet Makana
One of the first Hawaiian Monk Seal Pups of 2024 Hawai'i Marine Animal Response partnered with Kahuku Elementary School to name the first Hawaiian monk seal pup of O'ahu in 2024. Posted on 23 Mar

Marine heatwaves reshape ecosystem
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense in our oceans A new study highlights marine heatwaves' complex and cascading effects on marine ecosystems. While some species may benefit from these changes, others are likely to struggle. Posted on 20 Mar

California Current ecosystem shows resilience
It is facing a strong 2024 El Niño event The 2023-2024 California Current Ecosystem Status Report shows an abundance of forage fish and a productive system fueled by upwelling. Posted on 19 Mar

Some research takes a lifetime
Researchers keep track of Northern Elephant Seals using flipper tags Long-term research under Marine Mammal Protection Act scientific research permits provides insight into northern elephant seal moms and pups. Posted on 17 Mar

Making strides in marine mammal research
NOAA Fisheries and partners celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act 2023 marked the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act. Under this law, NOAA Fisheries is responsible for the conservation and recovery of more than 160 endangered and threatened marine species—including many marine mammals. Posted on 12 Feb

NOAA Fisheries and BOEM release joint strategy
Part of a larger interagency effort to promote recovery of endangered species Today, NOAA Fisheries and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) released a final joint strategy to protect and promote the recovery of endangered North Atlantic right whales while responsibly developing offshore wind energy. Posted on 26 Jan

Documenting the Elusive North Pacific Right Whale
Dive in with the NOAA Fisheries Podcast North Atlantic right whales have justly gotten a lot of attention and news coverage due to their dwindling numbers and sightings along the busy East Coast. Posted on 13 Jan

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Top photos of 2019 from NOAA Fisheries

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