News & Events
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06/29/2009 |
Tarpon Tagging Video
BTT board member Dr. Jerry Ault, professor of Marine Biology & Fisheries at the University of Miami, studies bonefish and tarpon. In this video, we see Jerry and his colleagues satellite PAT-tagging a tarpon and explaining what happens with the tag as the animal migrates, as well as the economic importance of tarpon sport fishing. more >
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06/17/2009 |
Keeping Tabs on Tarpon
Genetic sampling provides a better way to monitor the silver king more >
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06/16/2009 |
El Pescador Steps Up to the Plate for Bonefish Research
A recent trip to Belize garners a great partner for BTT in bonefish research. See the pictures! more >
Who we are & What we do
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust is a non-profit, membership-based organization dedicated to the conservation of saltwater flats species - particularly bonefish, tarpon, and permit - and their habitats. BTT works with experts in marine biology, statistics, economics, and other related fields to gather knowledge that will help us to understand, nurture, and enhance healthy bonefish, tarpon, and permit populations. BTT uses the knowledge gained from research to educate the public about best practices in angling, and with resource management agencies to protect and conserve the fisheries.
Featured Story
Economic Impact of Guided and Recreational Fishing in the Everglades Region
Study Sponsors:
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust
Everglades Foundation
We are asking Florida Guides and Recreational Anglers to participate in a study documenting the economic impacts of recreational fishing in the Florida Everglades Region.
The study has two parts: one for guided fishing and a second for non-guided fishing. The information collected by this project will be very helpful for protecting the fisheries resources associated with the region and ensuring those recreational fishing opportunities in Everglades National Park and the Greater Everglades Ecosystem are recognized and valued as important components of the economies of local communities and the State of Florida.
Please take a few minutes to provide us with your fishing and guiding activities in the Everglades Region by following the link below to an online survey website. Simply copy and paste the first link into your web browser or click directly on the second link to go directly to the survey.
Copy & Paste:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=w9c_2feLPxVsyU0W1C8BOjVQ_3d_3d
Click here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=w9c_2feLPxVsyU0W1C8BOjVQ_3d_3d