Striped Bass Are in Trouble. You Can Help.

The latest survey results show that for the fifth consecutive year, young-of-year striped bass (aka "rockfish" or "stripers") numbers remain far below average in Maryland and low in Virginia as well. Low numbers of young fish now mean in the future there will be fewer of the large fish prized by anglers and important for reproduction of the species.
In response to this disturbing trend, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission-the interstate body that manages striped bass all along the East Coast-recently released for public comment a fisheries management plan update, known as Addendum II, that seeks to help rebuild the striped bass population.
Fisheries experts Chris Moore and Allison Colden discuss this iconic fish, the challenges it faces, and what ASMFC's Addendum II means.
ASMFC is currently accepting public comment on Addendum II. Join us in speaking up for an updated fishery management plan before December 22 at cbf.org/rockfish!
Want to take your advocacy to the next level? ASMFC will be hosting a series of public meetings on Addendum II in November and December. Find out how to attend at bit.ly/469xKA4.

[@billdunn1230]

Does CBF consider the lack of their primary food source (menhaden) is one of the major factors in the decline of striped bass in the Chesapeake Bay?

[@MSJ860]

Exactly what I was thinking Bill. CBF control Omega Protein with there Menhaden nets!!!!! That’s the problem right there. Your allowing these corporations to come into the bay and strip it.

[@ChesapeakeBayFoundation]

We agree with the need to better manage menhaden and this is why CBF has fought to protect this keystone species through numerous education, legislative and advocacy efforts both in the Chesapeake Bay and along the Atlantic Coast. While some progress has been made, there is still a long way to go, which is why we continue to work with our partners to keep stakeholders informed about current management efforts and inform them about opportunities to show their support for continuing to improve menhaden management.