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Plasticity, not Plastics, in the Diet of Kemp’s Ridley Turtles

By Conservancy Research Manager Dr. Jeff Schmid The Conservancy of Southwest Florida was recently awarded a research grant from the Sea …

The Southside Report ~ August Fishing Forecast

The “(Angler) What do you think it is Cap? (Cap) Won’t know till it get’s up”. That sums up the …

Barotrauma: The right tools mean everything

FWC UPDATE: When it comes to barotrauma, the right tools mean everything  It’s that time of year when you …
Jamie Cruce holds up tangled fishing line divers removed from a reef.

Add A Beach Cleanup To Your Summer Fun

Pura Vida Divers crew member Jamie Cruce holds up tangled fishing line divers removed from a reef. The sun is …

The Southside Report ~ July Fishing Forecast

Hot Weather – Hot Fishing. ‘Reel, reel, reel…get’em’. That sums up near-shore reef and in the Lowcountry creeks and rivers …

A Mangrove Misunderstanding: Part 3

by Leif Johnson If you’ve spent any time around mangroves you know they have a distinct smell. It’s true, and …

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Cobia Caught on Birthday Trip Could Shatter World Record by 40 Pounds

On February 8, a group of anglers celebrating Lucas Tapper's 21st birthday off Southwest Australia hooked a massive cobia weighing 175.49 pounds. If certified by the IGFA, this catch would surpass the 40-year-old all-tackle world record of 135 pounds 9 ounces.

Brandon Palaniuk Clinches Victory at 2025 Champion Power Equipment Bassmaster Elite on Lake Okeechobee

Palaniuk showcased his expert angling techniques, ultimately securing the championship with an impressive final weight. His victory marks a significant achievement in his career, further solidifying his reputation as one of the top competitors in the world of professional bass fishing.