Interjurisdictional Fisheries


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Management Profile for the Gulf and Southern Flounder Fishery in the Gulf of Mexico
A comprehensive review of the biology of a species or species group and includes a description of the fisheries as well as discussion on the distribution, habitat, and any knowledge of genetics specific to the Gulf Region. The profile summarizes any existing state management including laws, regulations, and policies as well a description of the social and economic importance of the species. A biological profile highlights any knowledge gaps that may exist which could limit future management. A management profile identifies data gaps which may hinder future determination of stock status and effective management in the region.
The Blue Crab Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico: A Regional Management Plan 2015 Revision
A comprehensive review of the biology of the blue crab and includes a description of the fisheries as well as discussion on the distribution, habitat, and genetics of this species in the Gulf. The plan provides an overview of the state management authorities, laws, regulations, and policies as well a description of the social and economic importance of the fishery. Finally, the plan includes a stock status based upon the results of Gulf-wide assessment for blue crab populations in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico.
The Gulf Menhaden Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico: A Regional Management Plan 2015 Revision
A comprehensive review of the biology of Gulf menhaden and includes a description of the fisheries as well as discussion on the distribution, habitat, and genetics of this species in the Gulf. The plan provides an overview of the state management authorities, laws, regulations, and policies as well a description of the social and economic importance of the fishery. Finally, the plan includes a stock status based upon the results of Gulf-wide assessment for the menhaden population in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico.
Current regulations related to the propagation, transport, and release of hatchery raised oysters in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico
The Oyster Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico, United States: A Regional Management Plan 2012 Revision
THE SAND AND SILVER SEATROUT FISHERY OF THE GULF OF MEXICO, UNITED STATES: A Fisheries Profile
A Practical Handbook for Determining the Age of Gulf of Mexico Fishes Second Edition.
Guidelines for Developing Derelict Trap Removal Programs in the Gulf of Mexico
The State of the Gulf States. Publication for the 2007 NOAA Fisheries State Marine Directors Meeting Coronado Island, CA April 30-May 1, 2007
The Sheepshead Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico, United States: A Fisheries Profile

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