Marine Nearshore Fishing

What is the definition of "Inshore"?

• Inside the inlet (not the ocean)

• From the inlet to 5-10 miles out

• From 5-10 miles to the open ocean

• 1-2 miles offshore in Florida

Where do small boats typically stay during fishing?

• Offshore

• Inshore

• Deep sea

• Mid-ocean

What do big boats do in nearshore fishing?

• Stay inshore

• Go way offshore

• Fish in rivers

• Stay docked

What is the relationship between the area and productivity in nearshore fishing?

• Large area, large productivity

• Small area, small productivity

• Lots of area, small amount of productive area

• Small area, large productivity

What is the primary challenge in nearshore fishing?

• Weather conditions

• Boat maintenance

• Finding productive areas

• Fish preservation

What is the main goal of nearshore fishing?

• To catch the largest fish

• To explore new areas

• To find productive fishing spots

• To travel long distances

What type of species is Cobia classified as?

• Benthic

• Pelagic

• Freshwater

• Terrestrial

What type of species is Flounder classified as?

• Pelagic

• Freshwater

• Benthic

• Terrestrial

Which species is mentioned as both pelagic and benthic in the text?

• None

• King Mackerel

• Grouper

• Snapper

Which of the following is a benthic species that can be caught nearshore?

• King Mackerel

• Shark

• Snapper

• Cobia

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-4