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    • (SECOORA) FWCFWRI Fisheries Independent Monitoring Data

    Metadata Updated: October 27, 2025

    Monthly, stratified-random sampling is conducted year-round in Tampa Bay, Charlotte Harbor, Northern and Southern Indian River Lagoon, Cedar Key, Apalachicola Bay, and Jacksonville using a 183-m large haul seine. Sampling is stratified on somewhat arbitrary geographical boundaries, within which the hydrographic and habitat parameters are more similar than the estuary as a whole. In some estuaries sampling is further stratified on the presence or absence of overhanging vegetation. This monitoring effort provides long-term data on relative abundance of estuarine fish and select invertebrate species inhabiting shoreline areas. This project involves data collection, collection of biological samples, management of a long-term database, and basic data summarization. These data and biological samples are then used for FIM research projects on estuarine fish species, populations, and communities (outlined in Level II: Fish Monitoring). The data and biological samples are also used by the FMRI stock assessment group in developing stock assessments for recreationally and commercially important fish species; by other FMRI research programs (e.g., Aquatic Health, Fisheries Genetics) and by research programs from other agencies.

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    Metadata Date October 3, 2025
    Metadata Created Date August 27, 2025
    Metadata Updated Date October 27, 2025
    Reference Date(s) October 3, 2025 (creation)
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    Metadata Date October 3, 2025
    Metadata Created Date August 27, 2025
    Metadata Updated Date October 27, 2025
    Reference Date(s) October 3, 2025 (creation)
    Responsible Party Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (Point of Contact)
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