Services

Orangeburg NFH produces 7 million fish, frogs and mussels a year. Utilizing outdoor earthern ponds we raise fish such as redbreast, bluegills and channel catfish that are stocked to enhance a declining or depleted fishery. Striped Bass and American shad are produced in millions to help mitigate the impact of dams. Indoor facilities we produce lake sturgeons to restore populations in Tennessee River basin. Gopher frogs and Carolina heelsplitters are cultured to improve our understanding of these endemic species and help augment lost or dwindling populations. 

The Orangeburg NFH is collaborating with state and federal agencies to help restore and enhance fish populations throughout the region. From endangered species like the Carolina heelsplitter to the common bluegill, the need to preserve, restore, and enhance the aquatic resources has never been more important. Our fish and aquatic resources, and the recreational opportunities they provide, have helped support the nation’s growth by providing enormous ecological, social, and economic contributions. These resources are recognized as national assets that contribute to the quality of life and well-being of the American people. National fish hatcheries help foster this critical link between the biological health of our nation and its overall economic health.