#fisherman-discovery

[ follow ]
#california
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
13 hours ago

Commercial salmon fishing to open in CA for 1st time since 2022 as population rebounds

California opens commercial salmon fishing for the first time since 2022 due to population recovery after wet winters.
Portland food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commercial salmon fishing set to resume along California coast after 3-year shutdown

Commercial fishing for salmon in California will resume this year after a three-year shutdown due to a population decline.
fromWIRED
14 hours ago

Marine Animals in the Strait of Hormuz Don't Get a Ceasefire

"While whales and dolphins may temporarily move out of areas where there is significant naval sonar activity, the intensity of modern maritime conflict poses lethal risks."
Environment
SF food
fromTasting Table
19 hours ago

The Target Shrimp With A 'Strange Taste' You Should Avoid Completely - Tasting Table

Frozen shrimp can be convenient, but not all brands are of good quality, particularly Target's Good & Gather Wild Caught Jumbo Raw Shrimp.
Alternative medicine
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Scientists call for BAN on boiling lobsters alive - they can feel pain

Boiling lobsters alive causes extreme pain and should be banned under UK law according to new scientific evidence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

We are totally out of our depth': experts say whale stranded in Baltic is beyond saving

The drama has captivated the country, making politicians cry and drawing shamans from distant parts. Experts brought in first to help save the whale, and then to ease the animal's demise, have faced death threats.
Germany news
Boston food
fromBoston.com
19 hours ago

Boston.com readers share the best seafood restaurants in Maine

Boston.com readers prefer local seafood spots over TravelMag's list, with The Clam Shack being the most favored.
Pets
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Man Creates Tiny Submarine for His Parakeet to Experience Life Underwater

Parakeet Bebe explores underwater in a custom submarine, showcasing intelligence and social behavior.
#cod
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Fish and chip lovers told to completely avoid eating UK cod amid population crisis

UK-caught cod populations are declining, prompting conservationists to recommend alternatives like European hake or haddock.
fromMail Online
5 days ago
Environment

Scientists call for Brits to ditch COD as stocks plummet

Cod and chips may soon be unavailable due to declining cod stocks and sustainability concerns.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Fish and chip lovers told to completely avoid eating UK cod amid population crisis

UK-caught cod populations are declining, prompting conservationists to recommend alternatives like European hake or haddock.
Environment
fromMail Online
5 days ago

Scientists call for Brits to ditch COD as stocks plummet

Cod and chips may soon be unavailable due to declining cod stocks and sustainability concerns.
Miami Marlins
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

A sea turtle named Meatloaf is fighting to keep her flipper. Here's how you can cheer her on

Meatloaf, a rescued green sea turtle, is recovering from severe injuries caused by entanglement in fishing line.
fromQueerty
4 days ago

WATCH: Neon Reef dives into the sexy, hopeful mission two gay guys took on to save Miami's coral wonderland - Queerty

The South Florida Reef Tract, once decimated by dredging in the 1950s, has bounced back, a resilient sign of hope in these ecologically depressing times.
Miami food
#seafood
fromTasting Table
6 days ago
Miami food

This Popular Sweet Clam Found On Florida Menus Isn't From The Sunshine State At All - Tasting Table

fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago
SF food

Why You Might Want To Rethink Buying Seafood At The Counter - Tasting Table

Buying frozen seafood can be more economical and safer than fresh, as much fresh seafood is previously frozen and thawed before display.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago
Food & drink

Why Asking If The Fish Is Fresh While Ordering Is A Mistake - Tasting Table

Never ask if fish is fresh; freshness does not equal quality. Ask about origin, arrival time, and best preparation instead.
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
4 days ago

The Sea, The Sea Is Opening a New Bistro and Fish Shop

The Sea, The Sea is expanding with a new bistro and fish shop across Pavilion Road, featuring a larger retail offering and an evening seafood bar.
Miami food
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

This Popular Sweet Clam Found On Florida Menus Isn't From The Sunshine State At All - Tasting Table

Florida embraces Ipswich clams, a prized seafood from Massachusetts, known for their taste and tenderness, despite being imported from afar.
SF food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

The seafood industry bets Americans will eat more fish if it looks more like meat

The seafood industry is transforming fish products to resemble popular meat dishes to appeal to American consumers.
SF food
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Why You Might Want To Rethink Buying Seafood At The Counter - Tasting Table

Buying frozen seafood can be more economical and safer than fresh, as much fresh seafood is previously frozen and thawed before display.
East Bay food
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

These Are Seattle's Best Restaurants For Salmon, Recommended By A Longtime Resident - Tasting Table

Seattle's identity is deeply intertwined with its salmon-centric seafood culture and waterfront dining experiences.
Portland food
from48 hills
4 days ago

How to catch a crab - 48 hills

Recreational crabbing season offers opportunities to catch crabs, with growing popularity and community support for enthusiasts.
#sustainable-seafood
SF food
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

This Filet-O-Fish Hack Is Only For Serious Seafood Lovers - Tasting Table

Combining a Filet-o-Fish with sashimi-grade salmon creates a unique sandwich experience with contrasting textures and flavors.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

See these ziti-sized fish scale a 50-foot waterfall

During major floods, thousands of tiny fish convene at Luvilombo Falls in the upper Congo River Basin to undertake a peculiar vertical migration, described for the first time today in Scientific Reports.
OMG science
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Mediterranean sharks are vanishing in a legal void

Longnose spurdog sharks, locally known as kalb al-bahr, are sold on Libyan fish markets. Fishermen catch them even though they are carrying eggs, driven by economic necessity.
World news
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

The Most Delicious Frozen Fish Fillet Comes From A Fan-Favorite Chain - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's Branzino Fillets rank highly for their flavor, texture, and versatility in meal preparation.
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

How do you convince Americans to eat fish? Disguise it as meat, of course | Arwa Mahdawi

The US seafood consumption is low, prompting innovative marketing strategies to make fish more appealing to consumers.
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

How new fishing tech can reduce bycatch of turtles and other creatures

"There are not very many conservation issues that I'm aware of where industry and conservationists and consumers and the fishermen and the resource users all want the same thing. Every stakeholder wants less bycatch."
Pets
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Mumbai's historic dock quietens as fuel crisis chokes fishing trade

Rising diesel costs have crippled Mumbai's fishing industry, leaving boats idle and threatening livelihoods in coastal communities.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Why You Should Be Cooking Fish In An Oil Bath (Confit Style) - Tasting Table

Confit cooking uses low temperatures in oil to gently cook fish, resulting in moist, flavorful filets without overcooking.
Agriculture
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Molecular technology reveals that shark meat is being sold as corvina in Ecuador

Nearly 47.42% of corvina samples in Ecuadorian markets contain shark meat, highlighting ongoing mislabeling issues.
Online Community Development
fromNature
3 weeks ago

I paused my PhD for 11 years to help save Madagascar's seas

Ando Rabearisoa's work in Madagascar transformed coastal conservation through locally managed marine areas, enhancing community control and ecological outcomes.
SF food
fromFast Company
1 week ago

One of the most infamous seafood promotions in history could be making a comeback. But there's a catch

Red Lobster is considering bringing back the endless shrimp promotion as a limited-time offering after its previous financial impact.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Inside California's audacious bid to build the world's deepest floating wind farm

Humboldt Bay is set to become a hub for floating offshore wind energy, crucial for California's carbon neutrality goals by 2045.
Psychology
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

These fish can tell when you're staring

Fish can perceive when they or their offspring are being watched and respond with increased aggression, demonstrating attention attribution abilities previously documented mainly in primates, birds, and domestic animals.
Science
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Thousands of Chinese Ships Form Strange Shape in Ocean

Thousands of Chinese fishing vessels have formed unusually organized geometric formations in the East China Sea, raising concerns about potential military coordination and naval drills.
Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Ghost, SoCal's beloved giant Pacific octopus at the Long Beach Aquarium, has died

Ghost, the giant Pacific octopus at the Long Beach Aquarium, has died after entering senescence following egg-laying.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Researchers look into island's health benefits

Researchers will study the health benefits of outdoor spaces on the Isle of Wight, focusing on visitor experiences and access barriers.
SF food
fromFast Company
1 week ago

I ate lab-grown salmon. It was nothing like I expected

Lab-grown fish offers a sustainable alternative to traditional fishing, addressing concerns about animal harm and environmental impact.
Silicon Valley food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The Big Protein crowd has come for tiny fish

Sardines have transformed from pandemic novelty into a mainstream American dietary staple, driven by social media influencers and marketed as sustainable, convenient superfoods with premium positioning.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

This Meaty Seafood Makes An Unexpectedly Good Stand-In For Pork - Tasting Table

Swordfish serves as an excellent substitute for pork in recipes due to its meaty texture, high fat content, and ability to absorb marinades and glazes while developing similar browning and crusts.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Maine's catch of lobster declines again as high costs and climate change impact industry

The haul of lobsters, Maine's best known export and a key piece of the state's identity and culture, has declined every year since 2021, and some scientists have cited as a reason warming oceans that spur migration to Canadian waters.
Miscellaneous
SF food
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

The Target Brand Tuna You Should Always Avoid Buying - Tasting Table

Good & Gather Wild Caught Yellowfin Tuna from Target is recommended to skip due to quality and freshness issues.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A national scandal': trawlers scour seabeds of supposedly protected UK waters

Marine protected areas in England are ineffective as industrial trawlers continue to overfish and damage ecosystems despite their designated protection.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We thought we were doomed': Canadian fishers in dramatic rescue after ice shelf floats away

Unseasonably warm weather and strong winds detached a large ice sheet in Lake Huron, stranding 23 ice fishers who were rescued by helicopters after a two-hour operation.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How the Galapagos of west Africa' is plundered by floating fish factories

Industrial fishing vessels illegally exploit sardinella stocks at the boundaries of Guinea-Bissau's protected Bijagos archipelago, threatening local fishers and endangered wildlife dependent on this critical food source.
Environment
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

These trees brought a fishery back from the brink. They can help you too

Koh Kresna's sustainable fishery thrives due to healthy mangrove forests, which serve as nurseries for fish and contribute to global warming mitigation.
Cooking
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What's the secret to crisp-skinned fish? | Kitchen aide

Crisp fish skin requires thorough drying, adequate heat, and proper oil temperature to prevent sticking, tearing, or sogginess.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

It smells like a rancid fish and chip shop': at sea with the Antarctic's krill supertrawlers

Krill fishing in Antarctic waters is a significant environmental concern despite being legal and regulated.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Octopus Prime: Inside a Growing and Controversial Farming Effort

Octopuses possess intelligence and emotional capacity, raising ethical questions about the feasibility and morality of commercial farming despite emerging technological advances.
Dining
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Shellfish Red Flag We Just Can't Ignore At Seafood Restaurants - Tasting Table

Raw shellfish must be kept on ice at all times in restaurants, as bacteria grows rapidly above 40°F, making proper temperature control essential for food safety.
SF food
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

8 Seafood Chains With The Worst Quality Fish, According To Reviews - Tasting Table

Chain restaurants serve low-quality seafood that falls below acceptable standards, with Long John Silver's exemplifying poor fish preparation through excessive battering and unappetizing presentation.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Meet the merpeople: Once I put the tail on, my life was changed forever'

Mermaiding has become a global industry requiring trained free-diving performance, bespoke costume-making, formal instruction, international retreats, and career opportunities for professionals and hobbyists.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

When Buying Seafood, It's A Major Red Flag If You Can't Find These Certifications On The Packaging - Tasting Table

Consumers must be aware that seafood fraud, in which vendors label cheaper fish as products of higher quality and price, is common practice. According to Oceana, fish is mislabeled 25 to 70% of the time, especially when it comes to prized fish like wild salmon and Atlantic cod. Those of us who care about the environment are also concerned with traceability,
Food & drink
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

MP calls for help-to-buy scheme for boats

A help-to-buy scheme plus funded mentoring and training pathways are proposed to revive the fishing industry and make it a realistic career for young people.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

The fish fled': Nile fisherman earning more from collecting plastic than fish

Fifteen years ago, he searched for fish. Now he hunts plastic bottles. The fish fled from the plastic chokehold, said Sayed, who has lived on the Giza island since arriving from Assiut, further south on the Nile, as a 14-year-old fishing apprentice. Declining fish populations, caused by plastic pollution in the river, have forced approximately 180 fishers on al-Qarsaya to pivot from traditional fishing to waste collection.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Pesticides may drastically shorten fish lifespans, study finds

Signs of ageing accelerated when fish were exposed to the chemicals, according to the study, which could have implications for other organisms. Chemical safety regulations tend to focus on short-term exposure to high doses of pesticides and other chemicals, but the study focused on long-term exposure. Low doses of pesticides are widespread in the environment, so their effects should be studied and understood, the authors said.
Science
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Keep An Eye Out For This Seafood-Label Red Flag At The Grocery Store - Tasting Table

Check seafood for off smell or color, suspicious price, unsanitary displays, additives like phosphates, mislabeling, and proper certifications to avoid poor-quality or fraudulent seafood.
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

A Yangtze without fishers - but not without fish

A fishing moratorium on the Yangtze River doubled fish biomass and increased species richness by 13% within five years.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It's betrayal': Shetland's scallop fishers brace for arrival of UK's largest salmon farm

Approval of the UK's largest planned salmon farm in Shetland intensifies conflict between local scallop fishers and fish-farm operators over ecological and economic strain.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Type Of Fish To Skip When Frying - Tasting Table

"Never fry super-delicate fish, as they fall apart," recommends Chef Becker. This means you should steer clear of frying fish like tilapia, branzino, sole, and flounder. When flipping them over, these fragile fish can easily break apart and overcook faster than you think. You'll either end up with breading that isn't crisp enough or an overly dry interior. Either way, it won't be an enjoyable meal.
Cooking
Environment
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Efforts Grow to Ban Octopus Farming

Mexico's Ecologist Green Party proposed legislation to ban octopus factory farming, citing the animals' tool-use capabilities, potential consciousness, and high mortality rates in captivity.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Why It's A Major Red Flag If A Seafood Restaurant Doesn't Have Seasonal Offerings - Tasting Table

Seasonal seafood ensures better freshness, sustainability, and value; lack of seasonal offerings at restaurants is a major red flag.
Science
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

France launches its first ocean-bottom floats

France deployed two deep-diving Argo floats to measure ocean currents and global warming to 6,000-meter depths.
Cooking
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

How to Kill a Fish

Ike jime and shinkei jime humane butchery techniques improve seafood flavor and shelf life by reducing stress hormones and slowing decomposition.
Science
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Environmental Changes May Make Sharks Less Dangerous

Ocean acidification can corrode and degrade shark teeth, reducing serrations and root structures and threatening foraging efficiency, energy uptake, and elasmobranch fitness.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Where Is Aldi's Seafood Sourced From? - Tasting Table

Aldi sources seafood from 136 fisheries (79 certified), partners with sustainability organizations, uses private-label production to cut costs, and provides sourcing details on packaging.
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

Deep-sea robots will search for source of mysterious 'dark oxygen'

Oxygen has been detected 4,000 metres deep in the Pacific, prompting funded investigations with specialized landers and lab experiments to determine its source.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

World's largest krill harvester at centre of row over blue tick' sustainability label

Krill are a keystone species and the main food source for whales, penguins and seals. Aker QRILL, the world's largest harvester of krill, a tiny crustacean and keystone of Antarctica's fragile ecosystem, and its sister company, Aker BioMarine, produce feed additives for aquaculture and dietary supplements for pets and humans.
Environment
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

10 Cheap Canned Seafood Products You Should Avoid Buying At All Costs - Tasting Table

Canned fish popularity is rising rapidly, but cheap options often have poor taste, texture, and sustainability concerns, making some products best avoided.
Environment
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Tracking fisherman to track fish: The new technological approach to better understand ocean life

Global Fishing Watch uses AIS transponder data and artificial intelligence to track fishing vessels worldwide, providing unprecedented visibility into global fishing fleet movements and activities.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Who is financing deep-sea mining?

Major financial institutions have invested at least $684 million in companies linked to deep-sea mining despite public pledges not to finance the activity.
Environment
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

In Scotland, the fishing practice of scrapping ocean bottom continues despite promise

Weak enforcement of Marine Protected Areas and widespread permitting of destructive fishing methods are depleting Scotland's inshore fish stocks and damaging seabed habitats.
Environment
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

You Might Want To Think Twice Before Ordering Eel At A Seafood Restaurant Again - Tasting Table

Eel consumption contributes to severe overfishing and environmentally harmful aquaculture, making eel a poor sustainable seafood choice.
Environment
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Here's how newly approved pop-up traps could extend Bay Area crab season: 'A hard-fought battle'

Ropeless pop-up crab traps received statewide approval in California, allowing commercial fishing while reducing whale entanglements and enabling reliable, trackable deployments.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Scientists warn of regime shift' as seaweed blooms expand worldwide

Rapidly expanding seaweed blooms, driven by warming and nutrient pollution, are transforming oceans toward a macroalgae-rich state, altering ecology, geochemistry, and climate feedbacks.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Postcard-pretty and filled with pollution: how Brazil's fishers are reviving Rio de Janeiro's famous bay

Raw sewage and solid waste flow into the bay from surrounding cities, home to more than 8 million people. Cargo ships and oil platforms chug in and out of commercial ports, while dozens of abandoned vessels lie rotting in the water. But at the head of the bay, between the cities of Itaborai and Mage, the environment feels different. The air is purer, the waters are empty but for small fishing canoes, and flocks of birds soar overhead.
Environment
Environment
fromwww.montereyherald.com
1 month ago

Finding Sanctuary: Ranking the most wanted kelp forests

Northern California kelp forests have declined dramatically, central California shows patchy loss; small-scale restoration cannot offset losses, requiring prioritization and high-resolution monitoring.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

UN treaty to protect extraordinary' marine life due to come into force

A UN High Seas Treaty will enter into force, protecting two-thirds of the oceans and up to 10 million marine species from climate change, overfishing, deep-sea mining and pollution.
[ Load more ]