Saltwater Fish
Marine Fisheries staff at FWRI conduct a variety of studies on many different commercially and recreationally important finfish. The studies include life histories, age and growth analyses, and research on reproduction.
Age and Growth Lab
The Age and Growth Lab is responsible for the processing and aging of fish otoliths for the purpose of stock assessment. Find out why and how we age fish.
Bonefish
Learn about bonefish genetic research.
Florida Pompano
The Florida pompano (Trachinotus carolinus) is a member of the jack family and supports a highly important commercial and recreational fishery in the state of Florida.
Grouper
Several species of grouper (Epinephelus spp.), including gag, red grouper, and goliath grouper, are found in Florida waters.
Other Fish Information
Find information on other species of fish. Read fisheries FAQs. Learn about catch-and-release fishing or the difference between circle and "J" hooks.
Permit
Florida anglers pursue the permit (Trachinotus falcatus) from inshore flats to offshore reefs. Research on this popular sport fish is advancing through anglers' assistance with a tagging study.
Red Drum
The Stock Enhancement Program at the institute conducts applied research and develops technology to breed and rear finfish such as red drum (Sciaenops ocellatus).
Sawfish
Learn about Florida's smalltooth sawfish and the research that biologists are doing to help protect this endangered species. This section also contains information on how to report sawfish sightings, which the FWC encourages citizens to do. Read more about sawfish-including our recent publications.
Snook
Long-term tagging research carried out over the past several years has proven to be a valuable tool in helping to understand the life history of snook (Centropomus spp.).
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout (Cynoscion nebulosus) range throughout Florida's bays and coastal waters.
Wahoo
The wahoo (Acanthocybium solandri) is the largest of all mackerels and is found worldwide in tropical and subtropical coastal waters.