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"a global information system with all you ever wanted to know about fishes. FishBase is a relational database with information to cater to different professionals such as research scientists, fisheries managers, zoologists and many more."

"taxonomic information on plants, animals, fungi, and microbes of North America and the world"

A wealth of information about fish.

"Our scientists partner with fishermen, environmentalists, and state and federal fishery managers to build knowledge of commercial fish species, critical habitats, fishing gear technology, and human behaviors to enable more effective fishery management in the Gulf of Maine."

An original review article (PDF format).

"Several dozen TOPP researchers from eight countries began venturing into offshore waters, remote islands, and along rugged coastlines to attach satellite tags to 22 different species of top predators that roam the Pacific Ocean."

This "glossary seeks to provide clear and understandable definitions for the technical terms likely to be encountered by our constituents and for interested citizens. Included are the most commonly occurring terms, with defi nitions derived from a variety of sources."