commercial fishing

While helping her crippled grandfather by diving for sponges from the family boat after the death of her diver father, Alexandra discovers that someone is using their sponges as a hiding-place for smuggled cocaine.

"Farmers take care of more than just plants and land animals. Fish farms are a major food source that's often overlooked. These amazing places are found in the ocean, in big ponds, or even tanks that farmers keep a watchful eye on to make sure fish grow and stay healthy. Through ... photographs and accessible text, budding readers will explore the world of fish farming, the types of fish that live in these farms, and how these amazing animals are fed in their aquatic homes"--Amazon.com.

Describes what is happening to fish, the oceans, and the environment in the early twenty-first century, explaining how commonly-consumed fish, such as tuna, cod, and salmon, are disappearing; and discusses the impact of overfishing on other species and the effects of fishing on the oceans.

Outlines the history of fishing for and consuming codfish from the time of the Vikings through the present. Includes discussions of the cod's life cycle, over fishing, and recipes using the fish.

Commander Davidson Bullock has never given much credence to the superstitions surrounding the Chesapeake Bay. But when Treacher Fink's crew of oyster pirates threaten the livelihood of the residents of Blood's Haven, Bullock will have to face the spirits and magic surrounding the legends he never believed in before in order to stop the pirates before they control the sea and everything in it.

Many exciting and rewarding careers exist for nature lovers, many of which don't require a college degree. Careers such as park ranger, wildland firefighter, and ecotourism planner allow people to enjoy some of the world's most spectacular environments while also protecting these areas for future generations.

Sixteen-year-old Robbie Daniels, happy to get a job aboard a troller fishing for king salmon off southeastern Alaska, finds himself in danger when he discovers that his mysterious captain is searching for long-buried Russian plaques that lay claim to Alaska and the Northwest.

Discusses fishing and the fishing industry around the world, from tuna hunting to the lake fishers of Africa.

Blends crime drama and natural history to tell the story of a larger-than-life man who stole millions of dollars in marine creatures and led wildlife police on a two-year odyssey to catch him.

The Hillstrand boys, natives of fishing village Homer, in Alaska, embark on fishing voyages in search of Alaskan king crabs, braving waves and heavy steel traps, and spend their free time in the off-season living life to its fullest.