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.
News & events
- Ad Hoc Marine Planning Committee to hold online meeting January 30, 2025
- Pre-Assessment Workshop for Chilipepper Rockfish and California Quillback Rockfish to be held online January 23
- Pacific Fishery Management Council Staff to host Advisory Body Practices and Procedures Meeting, January 22, 2025
- Pre-Assessment Workshop for Yellowtail Rockfish (North of 40 10 N Lat) to be held online January 30, 2025
- Highly Migratory Species Management Team to hold online meeting January 13-15, 2025
- PRESS RELEASE: CCC Solicits Proposals for Video Production Series
- Public hearing on salmon management alternatives in Santa Rosa, CA on Monday, March 24, 2025
- Public hearing on salmon management alternatives in Westport, WA on Monday, March 24, 2025
Actions in progress
Upcoming Council Meeting
March Council meeting
Vancouver, WA
Hilton Vancouver Washington 301 W Sixth Street - Vancouver, WA 98660 Phone: 360-993-4500
Events
Contacts
Katrina Bernaus
(503) 820-2420
katrina.bernaus@noaa.gov