Coastal pelagic species
Coastal pelagic species managed by the Pacific Council include northern anchovy, market squid, Pacific sardine, Pacific mackerel, and jack mackerel. Harvesters mainly use purse seine gear, although other types of net gear (drum seines, lampara nets, and dip nets) are sometimes used.

Key documents
- Update Assessment of the Pacific Sardine Resource in 2025 for U.S. Management in 2025-2026
- Catch-Only Stock Assessment of Pacific Mackerel (Scomber japonicus) for U.S. Management in the 2025-26 and 2026-27 Fishing Years
- Description of Control Dates for PFMC Fisheries
- April 2024 Pacific Sardine Stock Assessment Review (STAR) Panel Meeting Report
- 2024 CPS SAFE (November 2024)
News & events
- Trawl Catch Share Review Hearings to be held July 17, July 21, and July 29, 2025
- June 2025 Decision Summary Document
- Coastal Pelagic Species Science and Management Priorities
- Groundfish Subcommittee of the Scientific and Statistical Committee to hold a meeting August 12-13, 2025
- Preliminary DRAFT June 2025 Motions in Writing
- Fast Facts
- Klamath River Fall Chinook
- Sacramento River Fall Chinook
Actions in progress
Upcoming Council Meeting
September Council meeting
Spokane, WA
DoubleTree Spokane City Center 322 N Spokane Falls Court - Spokane, WA 99201 509-455-9600

Contacts
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Jessi Waller
503-820-2415
jessi.waller@pcouncil.org
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Katrina Bernaus
(503) 820-2420
katrina.bernaus@pcouncil.org