Tag: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Close-up of a vibrant orange clownfish with white and black bands against a dark background.

Growing Nemo: UF scientist to lead research into improved clownfish production

by Brad Buck
May 15, 2026

Aquarium enthusiasts love clownfish, best known as the featured species in the movies “Finding Nemo” and “Finding Dory.” Recognizing their popularity – and some of the hurdles the industry currently faces-- a University of Florida ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS
Tags: Aquarium Fish, Clownfish, Finding Dory, Finding Nemo, Grant, Matt DiMaggio, National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration, Nutrition, Production, Tropical Aquaculture Laboratory
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Veteran Florida Sea Grant agent takes new role as liaison at federal level

by Brad Buck
May 15, 2026

A veteran Florida Sea Grant UF/IFAS Extension agent will now work in a larger role to help mitigate harmful algal blooms nationwide. For 17 years as an Extension agent, Betty Staugler has been based at the UF/IFAS Extension Charlotte County ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS
Tags: Betty Staugler, Florida, Florida Sea Grant, Harmful Algal Blooms, Liaison, Marine-dependent Businesses, National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration, Remote Sensing, Sherry Larkin, Southwest Florida

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