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We are a marine ecology research group based out of Bodega Marine Lab at the University of California, Davis. We study human stressors on marine wildlife and ways to improve the sustainability of aquaculture, always with the goal of informing conservation, management, and policy.
Our work takes place throughout Pacific coast of North America, with much of it occurring in remote parts of British Columbia, Canada. In BC, we work closely with First Nations in whose territories we conduct field work, as well as Salmon Coast Field Station and the Pacific Salmon Foundation. Much of our research focuses on Pacific salmon and the ecosystems and peoples they support. We also study other marine systems and species, most recently through collaborations with the White Abalone Captive Breeding Program in hopes of recovering endangered white abalone. |
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Featured: The Pacific Salmon Field Guide
We're so excited to announce the release of the Pacific Salmon Field Guide, the product of a seven-year journey by Sean and Martin Krkosek. From Sean: I can proudly say this is the most comprehensive salmon guidebook ever published, covering seven species across five life stages. It's highlighted by 92 stunning illustrations from the peerless Joseph Tomelleri and beautiful photography from Tavish Campbell. The book is available from the publisher (waterproof or non-waterproof) and many other retailers. What's new? Jan 10, 2026 - It's been a long time coming but we finally have a lab (rather than personal) website! Dec 31, 2025 - Just released: our paper on methods for catching juvenile salmon in the ocean Sept 1, 2025 - Welcome to our newest lab member, Jacob Kuppermann! Learn more about Jacob here. June 24, 2025 - Sean was interviewed by the CBC about inaccurate DFO science advice on fish farms. March 5, 2025 - Congrats to Sam Beckert and Sean for being awarded a NSERC Alliance Grant! June 20, 2024 - Check out Sean's CBC interview about the recently announced ban on salmon farms in BC. April 10, 2024 - Sean was invited by the 'Namgis First Nation to give a webinar on salmon farms. Sept 1, 2023 - Welcome to the lab, Audrey Deutsch and Sam Beckert! Read about their research here. July 1, 2023 - Sean is officially based out of UC Davis and the Bodega Marine Laboratory! Aug 4, 2023 - Great stories from The Narwhal and Hakai Magazine on our paper re: DFO science advice. July 31, 2023 - Canada needs an independent advisory body for fisheries science. New open-access paper. Click here to see archived updates. |