EK500 Water Column Sonar Data Collected During AL9902 |
NEFSC 1999 Winter Bottom Trawl Survey (AL9902, EK500). The objectives of the cruise
are to: (1) determine the winter distribution and relative abundance of fish and selected
invertebrate species; (2) collect biological samples for studies of age and growth
relationships, fecundity, maturity and food habits; (3) collect hydrographic and meteorological
data; (4) collect samples of ichthyoplankton and zooplankton; and (5) make data and
sample collections for cooperative researchers and programs; (6) conduct a hydroacoustic
survey between survey stations. |
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