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Harvey Houltby joins Texas Sea Grant as the Resilient Communities and Economies Intern.

Brandi Keller joins Texas Sea Grant as Galveston County’s Newest Agent.

Nicolas Perez joins Texas Sea Grant as new Corpus Christi-based Communications Specialist.

These two-year grants support research that can positively impact Texas and its citizens.

Texas Gets First Oyster Restoration Reef by Private Industry Member Through Partnership Between Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House, San Leon Oyster Fest, Prestige Oysters, The Nature Conservancy in Texas and Texas Sea Grant.

Robert Laroche, Eliza Mills, and Marissa Palmer join 84 early-career professionals across the United States as 2024 finalists for the John A Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship Program

If you live or visit anywhere along the coastline, you’ve likely seen headlines warning of increased cases of Texas beachgoers encountering vibrio this summer. This bacteria is known as Vibrio vulnificus and it exists naturally in marine and estuarine environments throughout the world, including the warm coastal waters of Texas and some inland brackish lakes…

The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1st to November 30th every year, and the 2023 season was predicted to be less active than previous years, there is still significant activity in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico this year that those living in coastal areas should continue to monitor.

Amy Nowlin joins Texas Sea Grant as Matagorda County’s Newest Coastal and Marine Resources Agent.

Data collected from this sensor will be used by researchers at the Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science to build an AI predictive model for Ocean Drive flooding in high tide conditions.

It is commonly said “to fool a fish, one must fool its senses,” but that is often easier said than done. Fish use a variety of their senses to detect and eat prey, and it takes more than looks to get hooked. Selecting the right bait can be a critical element of saltwater fishing. Also,…

Every July, people all over the United States gather to celebrate what is considered by many to be the biggest holiday of the year. That’s right, we’re talking about Shark Week!  Sharks can be found in every ocean and some species can even be found in freshwater environments. Habitats for sharks are incredibly varied: some…

July is rife with reasons and opportunities to celebrate. The combination of warm weather, summer vacations and major holidays predictably leads to weekend barbecues, cookouts and parties.  But when it comes time to decide who’s bringing the burgers, chips and deserts, consider calling dibs on the plates and cutlery—it might be the perfect way to participate in Plastic Free July.

World Sea Turtle Day provides an opportunity to learn about all seven species of sea turtles and about the various conservation efforts ongoing worldwide to protect them.

Four Texas A&M undergraduate students will be paired up with Texas Sea Grant staff to gain valuable field experience over the summer.

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — As the weather warms up and the waters calm down going into the start of summer, many boat owners are likely starting to brush off their boat covers and getting ready for another active boating season here in Texas. However, with great boating opportunities come great boating responsibilities – be sure…

Summer is right around the corner, and while this season is often associated with beaches, sun, and warmer weather, it also means the ramping up of saltwater fishing tournaments in Texas.

While you may think you have to travel to distant countries and remote habitats to see wildlife in action, all you really need to do is look out your window. The vast and vibrant world of birds can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere.

Invasive species infiltrate ecosystems other than those where they naturally belong. They can have devastating impacts on both native species and the environment. 

Now that it’s spring and warmer weather is on the way, you may be planning a trip to the beach. Before you go, there are a few things you need to know about staying safe from rip currents.  

Much of Texas’ iconic seafood and attractive recreational opportunities can be attributed to the hundreds of miles of coastal marshes lining the state.

Marine Extension Agent Pat Cruz joins Texas Sea Grant’s award-winning extension team.

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — When it comes to crabs, Texas isn’t the first state that comes to mind. However, the Texas commercial crabbing industry landed over 3 million pounds of blue crab in 2021, and recreational crabbing is considered a staple in many Texas coastal communities. So, if you’re looking to include more crab in…

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Insurance provides protection against all kinds of worst-case scenarios, like fires and car accidents. It can be difficult to predict when these events may occur, but understanding risk factors can help inform choices about coverage. In 2017, Hurricane Harvey showered Harris County with over 1 trillion gallons of water, flooding over…