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In our current issue of Coastwatch, read about how researchers at @DukeU and @NCState collaborated with educators and others on a Sea Grant project to guide middle schoolers through turbulent times. ncseagrant.ncsu.edu/coastwatch/win…

We’re now accepting applications for our Sea to Stars Fellowship, a joint fellowship with @SeaGrantNC! Applications are due by Monday, April 13 at 5pm ET. Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/sea-to-stars

We’re now accepting applications for our North Carolina Coastal Research Fellowship, a joint fellowship with @NCReserve! Applications are due by Monday, April 6 at 5pm ET. Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/coastal-resear…

Happy #MarinersMenuMonday! Today's recipe is for Sautéed Triggerfish with Citrus Butter. #DYK that triggerfish are shaped like a flattened football and have rough, sandpaper like skin? ncseagrant.ncsu.edu/mariners-menu/…

THIS FRIDAY - Limited Space – February 27 – 12:00-1:15PM #3 of our Landscapes that Last Webinar Series Register Here: go.ncsu.edu/landscapes-tha…

This Lunar New Year is the Year of the Horse! It lasts from Feb. 17, 2026 until Feb. 5, 2027. We don’t have horses at the Aquarium, we have SEAHORSES that we celebrate all the time! Seahorses are fish that get their name from their heads resembling the heads of horses. 🌊🐴🧧🎉

Join us for the return of our Ocean Exploration seminar series on March 4th at 1pm ET. ShipwreckFinder: A QGIS Tool for Shipwreck Detection in Multibeam Sonar Data. Register: vimeo.com/event/5729869

We're excited to announce our 2025 NC Sea Grant- @apestuary Graduate Fellow in Estuarine Research, Mary Kate Rinderle! Read more about her upcoming project: ncseagrant.ncsu.edu/rinderle-named…

The NC Aquaculture Development Conference brings together the general public, current/aspiring fish farmers, scientists, educators, and regulatory professionals to explore the future of aquaculture in NC. Learn more and register to attend: ncaquaculture.com

Happy #MarinersMenuMonday! Tomorrow is Mardi Gras - celebrate with this recipe for Spicy Seafood Gumbo, the perfect dish for "Fat Tuesday"! ncseagrant.ncsu.edu/mariners-menu/…

Today is World Whale Day. ✨🐳 ✨ The main threats to large whales are entanglements and vessel strikes. Luckily, you can help! From boating safely to reporting whales in distress, learn what actions you can take this #WorldWhaleDay to help these marine mammals. #WhaleWeek

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Happy Valentine's Day from NC Sea Grant! Tell your valentine you SEA a feature with them by passing along one of our candy hearts cards featuring some favorite coastal NC animals, attractions, and aliments! They're sure to make your valentine feel FIN-tastic!

The unpredictability of longer-term changes in fish locations hinders fisheries management. But the growth of saltwater angling presents an opportunity to examine movements of important recreational fish species... ncseagrant.ncsu.edu/hooklinescienc…

Our Winter 2026 issue of Coastwatch is here! Find our coverage of NC's $100-million goal for the state’s farmed shellfish industry, new strategies for supporting NC middle schoolers struggling with upheaval, and so much more at ncseagrant.ncsu.edu/coastwatch/win…

@NASA's Office of STEM Engagement is seeking proposals for their NASA Aerospace Skilled Technical Workforce Hubs (NAS_Hub) cooperative agreement. Find more information and register for informational, pre-proposal webinars on February 18 and March 3 at go.ncsu.edu/nas_hub

Happy #MarinersMenuMonday! Spanish Mackerel is in-season this month - take advantage, and try this recipe for Pan-Fried Mackerel Fillets! ncseagrant.ncsu.edu/mariners-menu/…

#SeaGrant programs reported $1.59 billion in economic benefits, with an estimated 12:1 impact per federal dollar invested during the most recent reporting period. Explore how outcomes served #coastal and #GreatLakes communities: seagrant.noaa.gov/our-story/impa…

It's #WhaleWeek! Among the largest and oldest animals on Earth, whales are found in every ocean. They range in size range from the small dwarf sperm whale to the massive blue whale—the largest animal on the planet. Dive into whale science and conservation: fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-story/…

Looking for a quick, no-cook snack for game day? Whip up this crab dip—creamy, zesty, and packed with tangy crab flavor. It’s a total crowd-pleaser with zero oven time. For even more inspo, dive into @SeaGrantNC Mariner’s Menu for delicious seafood dishes: #tangy-crab-dip" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">fisheries.noaa.gov/insight/appeti…