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This collection provides access to reports, factsheets, guidance documents, strategic plans, and other official publications that support our mission to conserve, protect, and enhance the nation’s fish, aquatic life, and habitats.

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Graphic cover of the 2023 Fish and Aquatic Conservation Annual Report. Contains the image of a salmon swimming in clear water. Text reads "Uncharted waters: Building Resilience in the Face of Climate Change"
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2023 Fish and Aquatic Conservation Annual Report - Uncharted Waters: Building Resilience in the Face of Climate Change

The Fish and Aquatic Conservation program is proud to announce the completion of the 2023 annual report. The Fish and Aquatic Conservation program leads aquatic conservation efforts for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. We are committed to tackling the nation’s highest priority aquatic...

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The font cover of an economic report titled: "Conserving, Restoring and Enhancing America’s Fisheries and Aquatic Resources"
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Conserving, Restoring and Enhancing America’s Fisheries and Aquatic Resources

Conserving, Restoring and Enhancing America’s Fisheries and Aquatic Resources The Economic Contributions of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Fish and Aquatic Conservation Program: This report summarizes the contributions and achievements of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Fish and Aquatic...

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A boy holds a fish in his hands and smiles at the camera. A person next to him holds a fishing rod an bobber.
Recreational Fishing
Did you know that you can be a super-star conservationist just by going fishing? Whether you prefer fly-fishing on a wild and scenic river, noodling for catfish, or dropping a line in an urban waterway, here are some basics to get you started fishing responsibly!
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Two black-footed ferrets poke their heads out of black pipes lying in tall grass to examine the photographer
Threatened and Endangered Species
Here you can find resources from across the Fish and Wildlife Service about threatened or endangered species.
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LCFWCO - Fish Sampling
Assessment and Monitoring
Fish and Wildlife Conservation Offices specialize in providing fish population information. This data is critical for managing fisheries and assessing management strategies. Data is collected by tagging and recapturing fish, monitoring angler harvest, and even tracking the DNA they behind leave in...
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Biologists prepare tubes for water samples during an eDNA sampling event.
Conservation Genetics Resource Collection
Seven laboratories provide conservation genetics research and support to the Service and its partners. The labs provide sampling guidance, genetic data generation, and interpretation of genetic data for management, conservation and policy issues. Using a suite of molecular techniques, the labs...
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Two black-footed ferrets poke their heads out of black pipes lying in tall grass to examine the photographer
Threatened and Endangered Species
Here you can find resources from across the Fish and Wildlife Service about threatened or endangered species.
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Native Cutthroat trout swimming in Yellowstone National Park
Investigational New Animal Drugs (INADs)
Investigational New Animal Drugs (INADs) are drugs that are in the approval pipeline but are not yet approved by FDA for use in the United States. Participation in the AADAP National INAD Program requires enrolling in the program which allows access to one or all of the drugs. How to Enroll in...
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A person stands in front of a lake and holds a large goldfish up to the camera.
How to Break Up with Your Goldfish
You might think releasing your pet goldfish into a pond or lake is the kindest option when you can no longer care for it. After all, what harm could one little fish do? A lot, actually. If you’re thinking about “setting your goldfish free,” here’s why you should reconsider and what you can do...
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Wildlife Management
A pallid sturgeon swims along a rocky stream bed. The fish is long and slender, with whiskers and small ridges along its back and sides.
Aquatic Animal Drugs Keep Fish Healthy
A well-stocked fish medicine chest allows fisheries professionals to more effectively rear and manage various fish species. This in turn allows them to meet research and production goals, stock healthy fish, and help maintain a healthy and robust environment.
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Science and Technology
blue logo with a fish reading "Fish of the Week!"
Fish of the Week! podcast transcripts
This is a library collection/repository for accessible transcripts of each podcast episode of "Fish of the Week!" in accessible PDF form. 
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