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Sport Fish Restoration Maricao Fish Hatchery, Puerto Rico Besides the routine operations and maintenance activities germane to a fish hatchery, the Maricao Fish Hatchery (MFH) is slowly evolving into an important Sport Fish research facility in Puerto Rico. Throughout the years, the MFH has been the only sport fish supplier supporting Puerto Rico’s sport fisheries. The MFH stocks 24 water reservoirs ranging in size from 15 to 1,000 acres. So far, the fish production has been limited to a few species, mostly largemouth bass (LMB), by the lack of the necessary infrastructure and technology to experiment with other species. However, the recent construction of a nursery building added new dimensions and opportunities to experiment with the production of triploid LMB to address the species growth and longevity problems in the Puerto Rico water reservoirs. The nursery building has also enabled researchers to initiate development of reproduction protocols for native species such as the bigmouth sleeper. Fish Hatchery entrance sign. Photo by Fernando Nunez-Garcia Federal Assistance Aquatic Resource Education Mississippi Aquatic Resources Education Program The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, a division of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, has been delegated to implement the agency’s aquatic resources education program. The museum is the perfect venue for educating citizens about the State’s natural resources with its aquariums, habitat exhibits, and nature trails. The museum houses several Native Sport Fish aquariums which were viewed by more than 148,151 visitors consisting of approximately 25 percent school children this past year. Public fish feedings are a huge attraction, drawing in more than 4,977 visitors, the majority of which are school children. The feedings have recently been enhanced by the addition of interactive equipment which allows the diver to interact with the public. In addition to the myriad of aquariums and exhibits, museum staff provides hands-on educational programs to teach youth about Mississippi’s aquatic resources. This past year, the museum hosted seven camp sessions that reached 140 students. The camp experience includes topics such as fish habitat and adaptations. Another popular program “Got Fish” is in its seventh year and had over 300 participants. In “GOT FISH?,” a panel of professional anglers provide sessions on various fish species such as bass, crappie, and catfish. The panel is moderated by the sports editor of the State’s largest newspaper and participants ask questions and provide comments. This is the second year that “Something’s Fishy” was held in conjunction with “GOT FISH?.” In “Something Fishy,” youth get a behind the scenes aquarium tour with demonstrations on fish diets and aquarium maintenance. The Katfishing Kids program, which is a partnership effort between the agency, WalMart, and the Mississippi Wildlife Federation continues to grow and has provided nearly 700 kids with a hands-on fishing experience as part of the program. 32 Wildlife and Sport Fish Program Update September 2008
State Wildlife Grants South Carolina Reptile and Amphibian Conservation Planning, Statewide SC As part of the plan to recover and enhance gopher tortoise populations, SCDNR is re-stocking tortoises in test areas. Hatchlings from laboratory-hatched eggs from the Tillman Sand Ridge Heritage Preserve were released into pens with starter burrows during summer 2007. An additional six hatchlings from Tillman Sand Ridge HP were released into pens covered by an 8 ft x 8 ft wire mesh cage in autumn 2007. The intention of the cage is to prevent predation by coyotes, crows, or raccoons. To date, the hatchlings seem to be surviving under the cages. Additional cages are under construction and will be used for all future hatchling releases. South Carolina Reptile and Amphibian Conservation Planning. Hatchling enclosure. Photo by Wayne Waltz, Federal Assistance. Clean Vessel Act Bahia Honda State Park, Monroe County, FL Bahia Honda State Park is located on Big Pine Key in Monroe County. The Park is open 7 days a week and the self-serve pumpout is offered at no charge to the boater. On average, 20 boats use the pumpout each day. Bahia Honda installed an Epson 40gpm Peristaltic Stationary pumpout unit with 25 feet of hose with a built in timer which tracks the number of gallons pumped. This project was funded from FWS grant V-13. The Marina has over 1,000 feet of dock and is located only 1/2 mile from the navigation channel and 3 miles from the next closest pumpout. The project was completed May, 2007, and has pumped 2,657 gallons of sewage. The total cost of the grant was $9,123.06 with 25 percent match provided by the installation of a peristaltic stationary pumpout unit. The Project was completed May 7, 2007. Bahia Honda State Park is located on Big Pine Key in Monroe County. Photo by Brenda Leonard, CVA coordinator, Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Wildlife and Sport Fish Program Update September 2008 33
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