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Oceanic noise pollution…a marine mammal threat

By Ellie Van Os Approximately 50 million years ago, terrestrial mammals started to make their way back into the ocean …

Time to Weigh in on the Future of Gulf Fishing

You’ve probably heard about the RESTORE Act and the GoCoast 2020 Commission, you haven’t been paying close attention to the …

Strong 2012 nesting season for Florida loggerheads

Loggerhead sea turtle nesting was near a 24-year high along Florida beaches this year, according to data compiled by Florida …

Fishing Community Supports Annual Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival

The 16th Annual Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival in Brevard County, FL, scheduled for January 23-28, 2013, has long been an event supported by Coastal Angler Magazine. Rodney Smith, CAM founder and Anglers for Conservation advocate, will be doing classroom presentations from his new book, Enjoying Life on the Indian River Lagoon Coast with book-signings to follow.

Speak Up for the St. Lucie

The Martin County Board of County Commissioners asks for your support as they SPEAK UP FOR THE ST. LUCIE. Commissioners …

‘Mystery eyeball’ appears to be from swordfish

After examining an eye found on a south Florida beach this week, researchers from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation …

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12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament May 29th – May 31st, 2026

The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returned to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.

Retention Limit Adjustment: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Angling Category Fishery

NOAA Fisheries is adjusting the Atlantic bluefin tuna daily retention limits for recreational fishermen. The adjusted limits will take effect June 1, 2026, and extend through December 31, 2026, unless modified by later action. NOAA Fisheries may need to take additional action later in the year to further adjust the retention limits or close the fishery.

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