Fisheries Science
Photo Credit: Bob Wohlers
Commercial and recreational fishing have always been important to Southern California's economy and as a local source of protein for southern California residents. Fisheries science continues to be an important way to understand fish biology and ecology, which helps managers sustainably manage catch limitations, seasons and gear.
Research and Outreach Projects
- The Effects of Barotrauma on Catch and Release Survivorship of Nearshore and Shelf Rockfishes in Southern California (Lowe)
- Site Fidelity and Depth Preference of Nearshore Reef Fishes (Lowe)
- The Impact of Intense Recreational Fishing Pressure on Spawning Aggregations of Barred Sand Bass (Paralabrax Nebulifer) Off The Los Angeles Metropolitan Area (Allen)
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Funding Opportunities
Click here to learn about funding opportunities through USC Sea Grant.For more information
seagrant@usc.edu(213) 740-1961
National Focus Area
Safe and Sustainable SeafoodHealthy Coastal Ecosystems
