Fishing - Page 28

January 10, 2023

Maine fisherman must now report how many lobsters they catch

Fisherman in Maine are now going to be required to report how many lobsters they catch as well as when and where they caught them. Maine previously didn't require this information.

January 10, 2023

350 pounds of fish allegedly caught illegally off Texas coast seized by Coast Guard

The U.S. Coast Guard says it stopped a small group of fishermen from illegally fishing in federal waters off southern Texas, where the agency seized 350 pounds of red snapper.

December 30, 2022

Record-breaking fish: Huge catches that made headlines in 2022

Several anglers broke fishing records in 2022. Here's a look back at 10 catches that made headlines. From a massive stingray, to big trout and more, see the amazing photos.

December 27, 2022

Christmas tree recycling programs kick off across US: Here’s what they are being used for

Americans looking to dispose their Christmas trees ahead of New Year's can now do so through recycling programs, which are being used to transform the trees into mulch and fish habitats.

December 15, 2022

Biden administration boating proposal would be 'greatest regulatory overreach' of its kind, critics warn

A proposed Commerce Department rule that would restrict speed to 10 knots or 11.5 miles per hour for all boats over 35 feet is being called over-restrictive.

December 13, 2022

Toxic algae killing fish in Florida prompts health warnings for humans, pets: 'Respiratory effects'

Beaches in Southwest Florida are facing red tide fish kills and warnings as the harmful algal bloom makes its way from the Gulf of Mexico.

December 13, 2022

Woman's body found in trash bag off Florida's gulf coast: FBI

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has taken over a case involving the discovery of a woman's body in a trash bag floating off the Florida Gulf Coast.

December 5, 2022

Thousands of needle-nosed fish wash up on Cape Cod shores: report

Thousands of needle-nosed fish called Atlantic saury have washed up on Cape Cod Bay beaches in Massachusetts. The reason is currently unknown, but here's what experts do know.

December 2, 2022

EPA proposes restrictions on plans to build copper, gold mine in AK

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposed limitations to halt mining plans in Alaska. The restrictions would help protect the state’s salmon and commercial fisheries.

December 1, 2022

Dem lawmaker criticizes Biden for ritzy White House state dinner serving '200 Maine lobsters'

Democratic Rep. Jared Golden criticized President Biden for serving Maine lobsters at the White House state dinner while failing to protect the state's lobster industry.