NOAA Fisheries

NOAA Fisheries is a government agency headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland. Employing 8 individuals, NOAA Fisheries focuses on science-based conservation and management strategies for sustainable living marine resources and healthy ecosystems. NOAA Fisheries conducts research, develops policies, and implements programs aimed at protecting and restoring fish populations, marine habitats, and the overall health of ocean ecosystems. Their efforts encompass a wide range of species, from commercially valuable fish to endangered marine mammals. A key aspect of NOAA Fisheries' mission is ensuring sustainable fishing practices that balance economic needs with environmental conservation. They collaborate with fishermen, scientists, policymakers, and other stakeholders to achieve these goals. NOAA Fisheries also plays a crucial role in responding to marine emergencies, such as oil spills and harmful algal blooms. Visit NOAA Fisheries' website at fisheries.noaa.gov, follow them on Twitter at twitter.com/noaafisheries, or connect on Facebook at facebook.com/NOAAFisheries.