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Oil rigs and offshore sport fishing in Louisiana

Journal Article · · Fisheries; (United States)
OSTI ID:5266940

Forty years ago, offshore sport fishing in Louisiana was almost nonexistent. Offshore oil drilling platforms are the primary cause of the present increase in sport fishing in this area. Algae and other organisms forming the first step in the food chain cluster around the subsurface structures of the rigs, attracting fish that seek food and shelter. Major game species frequenting these rigs are identified. (3 photos, 22 references, 2 tables)

Research Organization:
Louisiana Dept of Wildlife and Fisheries
OSTI ID:
5266940
Journal Information:
Fisheries; (United States), Journal Name: Fisheries; (United States) Vol. 4:6; ISSN FISHD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English