Shifting Ocean Predator Ecology in the California Current

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has issued a scientific permit to California State University, Monterey Bay for a project titled Shifting Ocean Predator Ecology in the California Current. Pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 2081(a), this permit authorizes the potential take of coho salmon, Chinook salmon, steelhead trout, and white sturgeon during research sampling. The project is led by Salvador Jorgensen and is categorized as an exemption under California Code Regulations Section 15306 for information collection. The scope of work involves year-round research sampling of various shark species using beach seines and both surface and baited dropper loop hook and line methods. These activities will take place in the nearshore waters of Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin counties. The period of performance extends through December 31, 2029, with the primary objective of collecting data for university research studies while ensuring no serious or major disturbance to species listed under the California Endangered Species Act.