July is National Culinary Arts Month—the perfect time to celebrate the incredible flavors of sustainable U.S. seafood! www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

We are hiring two Facility Operations Specialists, one in Miami, Florida and one in Woods Hole, Massachusetts. Applications are due by July 6, 2026. For more upcoming positions and tips for how to apply on USAJobs visit: fisheries.noaa.gov/careers-more... #WorkAtNOAAFisheries #Careers #NOAA

Our scientists get to do some pretty cool work in the field—counting seabirds, listening to whales, analyzing ocean conditions. One thing that always stops them in their tracks? Rainbows! 🌈

We’re hiring eight Biologist-Omics positions that span senior level, early career, and even recent graduate expertise! The Biologist-Omics positions have multiple duty station location options. Applications are due by July 1, 2026. More info and how to apply: www.fisheries.noaa.gov/careers-more...

Game changer! Scientists have developed a new method to monitor the health and recovery of sunflower sea stars, which have declined in recent years due to disease and marine heatwaves. www.noaa.gov/stories/new-...

We have awarded 44 grants, totaling more than $3.8 million, for marine mammal rescue efforts. The grants, provided through the John H. Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue and Assistance Grant Program, were awarded to partners in 19 states and two tribes. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

Seal pup season is here! 🦭 Learn how to #ShareTheShore to enjoy viewing the pups while giving them the best chance of survival in the wild.

Stuffed clams and quahogs—or “stuffies” as they’re known by some—are a staple of Northeastern U.S. summers. But did you know they’re also an early success in sustainable fishery management? www.fisheries.noaa.gov/insight/clam...

NOAA Fisheries is hiring a Supervisory Research Economist. The position is located in Juneau, Alaska or Seattle, Washington. Applications are due by July 6, 2026. For upcoming positions and how to apply on USAJobs visit: www.fisheries.noaa.gov/careers-more... #WorkAtNOAAFisheries; #Careers; #NOAA

In 1977, the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council was one of the first councils to implement science-based fishery management plans. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

NOAA Fisheries is hiring four Supervisory Marine Biologists with multiple duty location options. Applications are due by June 29, 2026. For upcoming positions and tips for how to apply on USAJobs visit: www.fisheries.noaa.gov/careers-more... #WorkAtNOAAFisheries; #Careers; #NOAA

Here are five easy ways you can help sea turtles! Of the seven sea turtle species in the world, six can be found in U.S. waters. They are all listed under the Endangered Species Act. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

1… 2… 3… 4… 5…6! Six sea turtles escaping from a shrimp trawl net. One of the major threats to sea turtles is bycatch, where they get caught in fishing gear and drown. NOAA Fisheries and fishermen developed turtle excluder devices, or TEDs, to reduce turtle bycatch.

These devices get an A+ for reducing sea turtle bycatch! Bycatch, where sea turtles can get caught in fishing gear and drown, is one of the major threats they face. That’s why we worked with fishermen to develop turtle excluder devices. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor... #SeaTurtleWeek

In May, we captured and applied satellite tags to nine endangered leatherback sea turtles near Cape Lookout, North Carolina. This was no small feat—each of these turtles weighed several hundred pounds! www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor... #SeaTurtleWeek

Brrr! 🐢 🥶When intense cold weather hit Florida in February 2026, more than 600 sea turtles in St. Joseph Bay were cold-stunned, a condition that leaves them weak and inactive when water temps drop too low. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/gallery/resc...

Special delivery! Last December, our colleagues at @noaa.gov 's Office of Marine and Aviation Operations got to bring cold-stunned sea turtles on a holiday trip south to warm up just in time for Christmas. omao.noaa.gov/aircraft-ope...

This week, sea turtles are stealing the show! #SeaTurtleWeek is an annual opportunity to celebrate these ancient ocean navigators—but we’re committed to studying, conserving, and recovering sea turtles all year long. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/leadership-m...

How much do you know about sea turtles? For World Sea Turtle Day, we’re sharing some facts about our favorite reptiles. Learn about what they eat, where they live, how they reproduce—and what threats they face. fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor... #WorldSeaTurtleDay #SeaTurtleWeek

As part of our efforts to study and protect sea turtles and their habitats, we lead field missions every summer across the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. In 2025, three researchers spent 4 months at Lalo (French Frigate Shoals), camping on Tern and East islands.

Sea turtle lovers, listen up! 📣This is your week! That’s because we’re celebrating the amazing reptiles who have been swimming in Earth’s oceans for tens of millions of years. Sea turtles migrate across oceans and survive for many decades at sea. 🐢🌊 www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

In May, we partnered with FORCE BLUE to take U.S. military veterans on a fishing trip to teach them fishing techniques and thank them for their service. The rain didn’t dampen their spirits—and they caught a steady stream of fish! www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

A day on the water can be relaxing, rewarding, and even contribute to critical research! For National Fishing and Boating Week, we’re highlighting the Pacific Islands Fisheries Group’s Tag It. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor... #NFBW

Saltwater fishing is a popular pastime in the United States. It connects millions of anglers with our marine ecosystems while contributing significantly to local economies and coastal communities. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/topic/resour... #NFBW

Part of the excitement of recreational fishing is not knowing what you’ll encounter. Being a responsible angler means being prepared for whatever might happen on the water. sanctuaries.noaa.gov/visit/fishin... #NFBW2026

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, and the Magnuson-Stevens Act turns 50 years old, we can’t help but think about how important recreational fishing is to our country. Even our first president, George Washington, was an avid angler from a young age.

Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with this delicious recipe for grilled black sea bass with smoked paprika, courtesy of North Carolina Sea Grant’s Mariner’s Menu. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/insight/blac...

The best part of a successful fishing trip? Coming home with a full cooler. But the second-best part might be the pictures of your day on the water. fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor... #NBFW2026

We identified the University of New Hampshire as the host institution for the new NOAA Cooperative Institute Fostering Aquaculture Research and Markets. We'll award $13.5M this year to advance U.S. marine aquaculture development—the largest single investment in aquaculture NOAA has ever made.

We are transitioning to a new recreational fishing data enterprise, which will ensure consistent quality of marine recreational catch and effort estimates by increasing data precision, accuracy, usability, and credibility www.fisheries.noaa.gov/national/rec...

It’s National Fishing and Boating Week! A cherished American pastime, recreational fishing draws millions of anglers to support our coastal communities. All week long, we'll be sharing how @noaa.gov supports sustainable recreational fisheries. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

Life is a highway—for salmon, anyway. They need to be able to travel from their native streams to the ocean, and back again, to complete their life cycles and spawn more salmon. That’s why we’re supporting the Salmon SuperHwy project. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

Today is World Reef Awareness Day! Grab a moment of zen and dive into this coral reef montage to celebrate. From the Atlantic to the Pacific, the Gulf of America to the Florida Keys, coral reefs are the most diverse habitats on the planet! 🪸

Attention job seekers! We’re making a change to the USAJobs application process—and this one might actually make your job search easier. When you apply to a USAJobs announcement, you can elect to have your application added to the Candidate Inventory. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/careers-more...

This is Larry the whale shark, and we’ve been watching his every move for the past year 👀 A research team tagged him during an expedition off Tampa Bay, Florida. The tag has transmitted his location nearly every day, providing data on whale shark biology, movement, and behavior.

Burnt out after too much grilling this weekend? Try this quick-and-easy recipe for Panko-Crusted Acadian Redfish, adapted from the Seafood Nutrition Partnership: www.fisheries.noaa.gov/insight/acad... Acadian redfish is wild-caught from Maine to New York.

This spring, we removed the final barrier on California’s Alameda Creek, once the largest producer of steelhead and Chinook salmon in San Francisco Bay. Fish can now reach the upper watershed for the first time in 50 years! www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

Me and my bestie locked in on our plans for the long weekend

Some of the most vital migrations on Earth happen under water. Celebrate #WorldFishMigrationDay by diving into features to learn more about migratory fish, why healthy habitat is so important, and how @noaa.gov's work helps them along their journeys. 🐟 www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

Our survey scientists get to see many interesting things while working at sea: fascinating fish, majestic marine mammals—and sometimes meteorological phenomena! In 2024, scientists on the Northeast Ecosystem Monitoring Survey captured a fog rainbow, or fog bow. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/gallery/2024...

Quintessential New England: rain or shine, boats slipping out of the harbor at dawn, just as they have for generations. What does it take to sustain this timeless heritage? www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

We’re expanding our See a Spout program to the West Coast and Hawaii! This program helps ocean users stay safe and learn how to observe and protect whales in each region. sanctuaries.noaa.gov/visit/boatin...

Our newest shell-ebrity has been o-fish-ally named!🦞All hail Twix 🦞 Given her left/right split coloration…How could we not name her after the famous “left vs. right” candy? She sure loves blue mussels! More on Twix & other Woods Hole Science Aquarium residents: www.fisheries.noaa.gov/new-england-...

Submit your nominations for openings on the Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council, which provides expertise on aquatic conservation endeavors that benefits recreational fishery resources and recreational boating and encourages partnerships among industry, the public, and the government.

Endangered species face many threats, but thanks to protections under the Endangered Species Act, some are showing signs of recovery. For #EndangeredSpeciesDay, we’re highlighting a few success stories we’re excited about: www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-stor...

If you think this little seahorse is cute now, wait until you learn about its mating ritual! www.fisheries.noaa.gov/gallery/2026...

Grilling season is calling! Try these rockfish kebabs from Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute for a simple meal that’s full of flavor. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/insight/rock...

These pictures might look pretty similar, but a lot has changed in the last few decades! The mid-20th century was a boom time for fishing around the world.

If everyone who lives (and works) in the ocean was honest on LinkedIn: it’s Reality vs. LinkedIn, Fisheries edition 🐟 #RealityVsLinkedIn

We are hiring a Supervisory International Trade Specialist in the Trade and Commerce Division. The position will also serve as Chief of the Trade and Commerce Policy Branch in Silver Spring, Maryland. Applications due by 5/13/26. For more info and how to apply: www.fisheries.noaa.gov/careers-more...