Evaluation of an initial striped bass stocking program in Texas bays

Date

1984

Authors

Matlock, G.C.
Hysmith, B.T.
Colura, R.L.

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Publisher

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Coastal Fisheries Branch

Abstract

The introduction of striped bass (Morone saxatilis) fingerlings into Texas bays during 1975-1977 did not result in the establishment of a fishery. However, striped bass catches in unstocked bays indicated the potential for developing a fishery along the Texas Gulf coast through up-river stockings because striped bass reported from unstocked bays probably migrated from freshwater lakes.

Description

10 pgs.

Keywords

striped bass, Morone saxatilis, stocking, fishery management, fishery data, stock assessment

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