Report Calls for Halt to Md. Oyster Harvest
A new study recommends a moratorium on oyster harvesting in Maryland.

Md. DNR Halfway Through Summer Flounder Survey
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources says it is halfway through its summer flounder survey and the response from fishermen has been good.

Watermen Leaders Support New Female Crab Focus
The leaders of two Maryland watermen's groups say they support a new approach to managing Chesapeake Bay blue crab stocks that focuses on how many females are in the bay.

Prime Hook Dune Restoration Work Delayed
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has agreed to delay a dune repair project located partially on Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge until the week of Sept. 12.

Del. Officials Discuss Chesapeake Water Quality
State officials are continuing their public outreach to update residents about Delaware's progress in improving water quality in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Chesapeake Crab Assessment Focuses on Females
Big male crabs fetch the highest prices, but when it comes to ensuring the Chesapeake Bay will continue to produce those No. 1 males, researchers are increasingly paying attention to how many females are harvested.

Red Algae Blooms Stain Va. Waters Feeding Bay
Red algae blooms have returned to Virginia waterways that feed the Chesapeake Bay.

Md. Striped Bass Regulation Changes Coming
Maryland's Department of Natural Resources says illegal netting of striped bass this past winter is prompting changes in regulations.

Md. Taking Bear Hunt Applications
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for an October black bear hunt.

Va. Farmers Sell Record 16.9M Oysters in 2010
A new report says Virginia farmers sold a record 16.9 million oysters in 2010.