Cruise Results, NOAA FRV Albatross IV, Cruise No. AL 01-07 (Parts I-III), Sea Scallop Survey, Sea Scallop, Placopecten magellanicus, dredge, habcam

The objectives of the survey were to: (1)determine the distribution and relative abundance of the sea scallop, Placopecten magellanicus and Iceland scallop, Chlamys islandica; (2) collect biological samples and data relative to assessment needs; (3) monitor hydrographic and meteorological conditions; (4) make biological collections for interested scientists at various institutions and laboratories; (5) determine tow distance and angle change from inclinometer sensor; (6) conduct experimental comparison dredge tows between a modified standard dredge rigged with rock chains and one with or without rock chains; (7) and test a networked data-entry-at-sea software and hardware system. 2002 NMFS (National Marine Fisheries Service) NEFSC (Northeast Fisheries Science Center) Library Public Domain 1862