American Fisheries Society
@amfisheriessoc.bsky.social
Founded 1870, AFS is the leading source of fisheries science and management information worldwide: https://fisheries.org/.
Enjoying #GarWeek? Join us for a webinar on Weds, Nov 12, at 2 pm EST, highlighting positive social and conservation developments for important native fishes, including gars. Featuring @solomonrdavid.bsky.social, Alec Lackmann, & @dirtydog.bsky.social. Register now: fisheries.org/2025/10/webi....
November 5, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Enjoying #GarWeek? Join us for a webinar on Weds, Nov 12, at 2 pm EST, highlighting positive social and conservation developments for important native fishes, including gars. Featuring @solomonrdavid.bsky.social, Alec Lackmann, & @dirtydog.bsky.social. Register now: fisheries.org/2025/10/webi....
Spooky scary zombie salmon? Pacific salmon don't live long postspawning. While some die immediately, others live briefly + embrace rotting—literally—floating around and deteriorating. As their bodies decay, nutrients return to the environment, even to their future offspring! doi.org/10.1002/fsh....
October 31, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Spooky scary zombie salmon? Pacific salmon don't live long postspawning. While some die immediately, others live briefly + embrace rotting—literally—floating around and deteriorating. As their bodies decay, nutrients return to the environment, even to their future offspring! doi.org/10.1002/fsh....
They may look scary but you don't need to be afraid of zombie salmon. After spawning, Pacific salmon such as this Kokanee become an important food source for wildlife, even far from the ocean. Learn more: doi.org/10.1002/fsh.....
October 31, 2025 at 3:16 PM
They may look scary but you don't need to be afraid of zombie salmon. After spawning, Pacific salmon such as this Kokanee become an important food source for wildlife, even far from the ocean. Learn more: doi.org/10.1002/fsh.....
AFS Chapter, Division, and Section Leaders - If you missed today's Town Hall session, you have one more chance to join us on Thursday, October 23 at 12 pm Eastern Time! Hope to see you there! events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ca3f1f...
October 22, 2025 at 7:45 PM
AFS Chapter, Division, and Section Leaders - If you missed today's Town Hall session, you have one more chance to join us on Thursday, October 23 at 12 pm Eastern Time! Hope to see you there! events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ca3f1f...
From fish surveys to streambank restoration, collaboration is driving river recovery in San Antonio. At Confluence Park, the San Antonio River Authority works with partners to revitalize habitats—and reconnect the city to its waterways. 🎥 Watch the full film: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
October 16, 2025 at 2:02 PM
From fish surveys to streambank restoration, collaboration is driving river recovery in San Antonio. At Confluence Park, the San Antonio River Authority works with partners to revitalize habitats—and reconnect the city to its waterways. 🎥 Watch the full film: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
Join AFS for our next Fisheries Community Check-in! October's session will be held on October 14 at 1 pm ET. Registration: bit.ly/3J7QnyR
October 10, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Join AFS for our next Fisheries Community Check-in! October's session will be held on October 14 at 1 pm ET. Registration: bit.ly/3J7QnyR
The American Fisheries Society extends our support to the furloughed fisheries and aquatics professionals affected by the U.S. federal government shutdown. Read our full statement on the shutdown and its impacts on natural resources here fisheries.org/2025/10/afs-...
October 7, 2025 at 11:24 PM
The American Fisheries Society extends our support to the furloughed fisheries and aquatics professionals affected by the U.S. federal government shutdown. Read our full statement on the shutdown and its impacts on natural resources here fisheries.org/2025/10/afs-...
In the latest #Fisheries: Strongholds for Pacific Salmon (open access), Reckoning with Coloniality in Alaska Trawl Fisheries (open access), Growth Patterns of Invasive Silver Carp in the Mississippi River Basin, Empowerment as a Goal for College Education, and more: academic.oup.com/fisheries/is...
October 1, 2025 at 9:42 PM
In the latest #Fisheries: Strongholds for Pacific Salmon (open access), Reckoning with Coloniality in Alaska Trawl Fisheries (open access), Growth Patterns of Invasive Silver Carp in the Mississippi River Basin, Empowerment as a Goal for College Education, and more: academic.oup.com/fisheries/is...
A sustainable fishery isn’t just a label.
@mscecolabel.bsky.social reveals the science, collaboration & long-term work behind their certification — and why it matters.
Watch the film and explore the full #TomorrowsCatch series: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
@mscecolabel.bsky.social reveals the science, collaboration & long-term work behind their certification — and why it matters.
Watch the film and explore the full #TomorrowsCatch series: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
September 23, 2025 at 2:01 PM
A sustainable fishery isn’t just a label.
@mscecolabel.bsky.social reveals the science, collaboration & long-term work behind their certification — and why it matters.
Watch the film and explore the full #TomorrowsCatch series: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
@mscecolabel.bsky.social reveals the science, collaboration & long-term work behind their certification — and why it matters.
Watch the film and explore the full #TomorrowsCatch series: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
In this week's Fishy Friday, @jeffkopaska.bsky.social discusses the 2024 winner of Best Paper in the Journal of Aquatic Animal Health: fisheries.org/2025/09/best...
September 19, 2025 at 7:34 PM
In this week's Fishy Friday, @jeffkopaska.bsky.social discusses the 2024 winner of Best Paper in the Journal of Aquatic Animal Health: fisheries.org/2025/09/best...
Join us on Wednesday, Sept 10, at 2 pm EDT for the Best Student Papers from #AFS155! David Gallagher of the University of Minnesota-Duluth and Anastasia Umstott of Stephen F. Austin University will be reprising their award-winning presentations. Register now: secure.fisheries.org/MemberRespon....
September 8, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Join us on Wednesday, Sept 10, at 2 pm EDT for the Best Student Papers from #AFS155! David Gallagher of the University of Minnesota-Duluth and Anastasia Umstott of Stephen F. Austin University will be reprising their award-winning presentations. Register now: secure.fisheries.org/MemberRespon....
Can you tell the difference between Smallmouth and Alabama Bass?
TWRA can — and it’s helping them stop invasive species from threatening Tennessee’s legendary fisheries.
🎥 Watch the full films in Tomorrow’s Catch: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
TWRA can — and it’s helping them stop invasive species from threatening Tennessee’s legendary fisheries.
🎥 Watch the full films in Tomorrow’s Catch: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
September 4, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Can you tell the difference between Smallmouth and Alabama Bass?
TWRA can — and it’s helping them stop invasive species from threatening Tennessee’s legendary fisheries.
🎥 Watch the full films in Tomorrow’s Catch: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
TWRA can — and it’s helping them stop invasive species from threatening Tennessee’s legendary fisheries.
🎥 Watch the full films in Tomorrow’s Catch: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow...
Join AFS for our next Fisheries Community Check-in! This month's session will be held on September 3 at 1 pm ET. Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/63b250...
September 2, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Join AFS for our next Fisheries Community Check-in! This month's session will be held on September 3 at 1 pm ET. Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/63b250...
Scientists are adding plastic to a lake. Not reckless—research. The IISD Experimental Lakes Area is uncovering the real impact of plastic pollution on freshwater ecosystems. 🎥 Watch the full film: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow... #TomorrowsCatch #PlasticPollution #FutureFisheries
September 2, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Scientists are adding plastic to a lake. Not reckless—research. The IISD Experimental Lakes Area is uncovering the real impact of plastic pollution on freshwater ecosystems. 🎥 Watch the full film: contentwithpurpose.co.uk/afs/tomorrow... #TomorrowsCatch #PlasticPollution #FutureFisheries
Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar, featuring AFS Hutton Scholars! Join us at 3 pm ET for presentations from some of the 2025 program participants. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/360890...
August 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar, featuring AFS Hutton Scholars! Join us at 3 pm ET for presentations from some of the 2025 program participants. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/360890...
The Governing Board kicked off the 155th Annual Meeting of the American Fisheries Society in San Antonio today. Discussions included the Strategic Plan, communications review, financial status, potential sale of the AFS headquarters building, and many other issues. #AFS155
August 9, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The Governing Board kicked off the 155th Annual Meeting of the American Fisheries Society in San Antonio today. Discussions included the Strategic Plan, communications review, financial status, potential sale of the AFS headquarters building, and many other issues. #AFS155
Just five days left until we see many of you in San Antonio! You can view the full program here: www.xcdsystem.com/afs/program/... and don't forget to download the app!
August 5, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Just five days left until we see many of you in San Antonio! You can view the full program here: www.xcdsystem.com/afs/program/... and don't forget to download the app!
Stay connected in San Antonio! Download our meeting app and enjoy features to keep you connected, organized, and on time. Download today and start scouting symposia--> www.xcdsystem.com/mobile/index... #AFS155 #fisheries #SanAntonio
July 31, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Stay connected in San Antonio! Download our meeting app and enjoy features to keep you connected, organized, and on time. Download today and start scouting symposia--> www.xcdsystem.com/mobile/index... #AFS155 #fisheries #SanAntonio
Don't wait! The hotel room block for our upcoming annual meeting in San Antonio closes this Friday, July 25th! Book your room today to snag a great rate, free wifi, no resort fee, & MORE! Steps from the meeting space, reserve your room today: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/hotels/ #fisheries #AFS155
July 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Don't wait! The hotel room block for our upcoming annual meeting in San Antonio closes this Friday, July 25th! Book your room today to snag a great rate, free wifi, no resort fee, & MORE! Steps from the meeting space, reserve your room today: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/hotels/ #fisheries #AFS155
August 12 is Stakeholder Engagement Day at #AFS155! The AFS Cooperative Research with Stakeholders Section organizes this opportunity for commercial and recreational fishing and aquaculture stakeholders to learn and participate. Apply by 8/6: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/stakeholder-...
July 22, 2025 at 9:35 PM
August 12 is Stakeholder Engagement Day at #AFS155! The AFS Cooperative Research with Stakeholders Section organizes this opportunity for commercial and recreational fishing and aquaculture stakeholders to learn and participate. Apply by 8/6: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/stakeholder-...
Bring home new skills from #AFS155 in San Antonio! "Side-Scan Sonar: Cutting-Edge Tools & Techniques for Managing Habitat and Fisheries" will demonstrate how to leverage the versatility of these systems with inexpensive and free software. Learn more: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/continuing-e....
July 17, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Bring home new skills from #AFS155 in San Antonio! "Side-Scan Sonar: Cutting-Edge Tools & Techniques for Managing Habitat and Fisheries" will demonstrate how to leverage the versatility of these systems with inexpensive and free software. Learn more: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/continuing-e....
It's your last chance to take advantage of early registration rates for the #AFS155 Annual Meeting in San Antonio, August 10-14, 2025. We are unable to offer any further extensions, so be sure to register by 11:59 pm EDT tonight! Register here: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/registration
July 8, 2025 at 9:05 PM
It's your last chance to take advantage of early registration rates for the #AFS155 Annual Meeting in San Antonio, August 10-14, 2025. We are unable to offer any further extensions, so be sure to register by 11:59 pm EDT tonight! Register here: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/registration
Join AFS for our July Fisheries Community Check-in! Stop in to hear updates, ask questions, and spend your lunchtime with AFS colleagues. This session will be held on July 9 at 1 pm ET. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d6e43e...
July 2, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Join AFS for our July Fisheries Community Check-in! Stop in to hear updates, ask questions, and spend your lunchtime with AFS colleagues. This session will be held on July 9 at 1 pm ET. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d6e43e...
Just one week left to save with early registration rates for the #AFS155 Annual Meeting in San Antonio! We will not be able to offer any additional extensions due to food and beverage order deadlines. Register by Tuesday, July 8: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/registration
July 1, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Just one week left to save with early registration rates for the #AFS155 Annual Meeting in San Antonio! We will not be able to offer any additional extensions due to food and beverage order deadlines. Register by Tuesday, July 8: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/registration