A varied and complex assemblage of fishes inhabit the coastal waters of Oregon. The variety of habitats, the ocean current patterns, and the geographical placement (42° to 46° N) of this coast allow for visitation and colonization by northern and southern inshore fishes as well as those from the open...
Pacific Northwest trawl fishermen spend an estimated $625,000 every year to replace corroded trawl cable. If the Pacific Northwest shrimp fleet is included, the yearly cost greatly exceeds one million dollars. Fishermen could save hundreds of thousands of dollars and increase the net return to the individual fisherman if they...