Highly migratory species
“Highly migratory species” include tuna, some shark species, and billfish—species that range widely through the ocean, often crossing international borders. These pelagic species live in the water of the open ocean, although they may spend part of their life cycle in nearshore waters.
Highly migratory species are harvested by U.S. commercial and recreational fishers and by foreign fishing fleets. Only a small fraction of the total harvest is taken within U.S. waters.
News & events
- Groundfish Management Team and Groudfish Advisory Subpanel to meet online February 19, 2025
- 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
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