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#GivingTuesday is a celebration of generosity, and as Jace says—whether you’re by the beach or a beach lover from afar—consider supporting the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies. Give now to Save Our Gulf at tamu.cc/HRIGivingTuesd… 🌊💙 youtu.be/rKPq3X5tWek?si…

Did you know that Scoliosis can occur in fish? Despite its appearance, this Atlantic croaker was observed swimming easily, just a little slower than its counterparts. It results from inheriting poor genes, injury during development, a predator injury, or environmental factors.

If you’ve fished on the Texas coast, you’ve likely seen a fish slick from a speckled trout on the water's surface. This happens when they regurgitate their food. Its smell is akin to watermelon for fresh-cut grass and is a telltale sign that help anglers locate fish in the area.

This #TBT, look back on our #SharkWeek celebrations! We're thankful for our partnerships, researchers, and community for their appreciation and awareness for sharks and conservation of our oceans. Join us now to help Gulf of Mexico sharks tamu.cc/SHARKGIVE 🦈💙🌊

🌊 What Is Vibrio? 🌊 Dive into the facts and keep those summer vibes safe! 🏖️ 🔹 Symptoms: Pain, swelling, fever. 🔹 Prevent: Avoid saltwater with open wounds, use protective gear, carry antibiotic Stay safe and enjoy the waves! 💪✨ Learn more at bit.ly/3XnB0qT

Catch up with all things HRI in our January 2024 HRI Current newsletter! bit.ly/3SANXe1

We're excited to welcome James Sanchez to our team in the @SportfishCenter! James joins HRI as the Angler Engagement Specialist, working to educate anglers on science-based fishing practices to ensure healthy and sustainable Gulf fisheries. 🎣 More: bit.ly/461QjXm

HRI is proud to announce that the Will and Pam Harte family and the Harte Charitable Foundation will fund a new endowment named in honor of Dr. Larry McKinney! Here's more: bit.ly/3R2ftko

HRI is proud to welcome Jace Tunnell as the new HRI Director of Community Engagement. Tunnell will join the HRI team on Aug. 14, 2023! Learn more about Jace and his new role here: bit.ly/3OKJQtX

Saturday, our Research Program Assistant, Jensen, acted as weigh master at the Nueces County A&M Club - Salty Aggies fishing tournament! Our team comprises scientists, many of whom are anglers, and we invest passion for the Gulf's dynamic fishery into the work we do every day!

Phew! What a week! We hope y'all enjoyed @SharkWeek as much as we did. Thanks again to our friends at @TXStateAquarium for helping us make our July episode so special. @HarteResearch @SportfishCenter @IslandCampus

@SharkWeek isn't over yet! Want more of the @SportfishCenter's mako research? Check out this study that took a deep dive into the seasonal movement patterns of shortfin makos in the Gulf! bit.ly/3rSSjCd #SharkWeek @IslandCampus

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to see our very own Dr. Kesley Banks on @SharkWeek! If you enjoyed the episode, consider making a donation to help further the @SportfishCenter's shark research! Donate at SupportHRI.org #SharkWeek2023 @IslandCampus

Smol mako, so cute! Who's watching #MonsterMako? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ @SharkWeek #SharkWeek @SportfishCenter @IslandCampus

Freedivers swim down to this dome to observe sharks, while facing the risk of carbon dioxide overload. 🤿 Watch #SharkWeek’s Monster Mako: Fresh Blood tonight at 9p on @Discovery.

Get your popcorn ready! An all-new "Monster Mako" starts in less than 15 minutes. #SharkWeek @IslandCampus @SportfishCenter

Yes, we've shared some silly videos leading up to @SharkWeek, but THIS is what it's all about - sharing our knowledge about these incredible animals w/ our community! Learn more about our shark research at HarteResearch.org @TXStateAquarium @IslandCampus

HAPPY #SHARKWEEK! Have you visited our Saving #Sharks exhibit and used our OCEARCH Global #SharkTracker? 🦈 @harteresearch and @sportfishcenter researcher Dr. Kesley Banks has been on the #OCEARCH boat and has tagged sharks in the Gulf of Mexico! 🌊

With #SharkWeek is full swing, now is the perfect time to catch up on the latest episode of The #PoliticsOfFish Podcast. In the most recent episode, Dr. Kesley Banks of @HarteResearch joined us to discuss shark conservation and depredation. Listen here: bit.ly/3rKylJO

How could we forget?! It’s #SharkWeek! Catch Dr. Banks in the continuation of the "Monster Mako" series tonight at 8 p.m. CST on @Discovery. (Don't worry, we won't quit our day jobs to try acting...) @IslandCampus @SportfishCenter