Longline trap data collect during R/V Apalachee cruise, Northern Gulf of Mexico, October 8 – 15, 2013 (AP-1312)

This dataset reports species caught using longline and trap sets during the R/V Apalachee cruise from October 8-15, 2013. Species data includes species name, sex, weight, length, and maturity state, if available. We also report if samples were collected from individuals for other analyses, though the results of those analyses are not reported here. Information about the sets include bait used, gear, effort, and sea state. Additional TDR files in the dataset report pressure and temperature data collected during longline trapping activities. The overall objectives of this research include using large chevron traps and demersal longlines to describe and examine differences in the species assemblages and relative abundances of demersal fishes associated with the eastern and western walls of DeSoto Canyon and the adjacent continental slope (75-2000 m deep) and collecting specimens and samples (including curation of new species) to aid in resolv ing phylogenetic uncertainties and understanding life history traits in collected taxa.