Cruise Results, NOAA FRV Albatross IV Cruise No. AL 05-03 Parts (I-IV) Spring Bottom Trawl Survey

The objectives of the cruise were to: (1) determine the seasonal distribution, relative abundance, and biodiversity of fish and invertebrate species found on the continental shelf; (2) collect biological samples for age determinations and growth studies, fecundity, maturity and feeding ecology; (3) collect hydrographic and meteorological data; (4) collect samples of ichthyoplankton and zooplankton for relative abundance and distribution studies; (5) collect data and samples for cooperative researchers and programs; and (6) conduct a hydroacoustic survey between stations.