Shellfish / Marine Habitat Investigation Information Report, 1994 Razor Clam Fishery

Identification Information

Citation

Originator: Link, Terry

Publish Date: 1995

Online Link: None

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Contact Information

Agency: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

Name: Cedric Cooney

Job Position: Natural Resources Data and Systems Manager

Telephone: 503-947-6094

E-Mail Address: cedric.x.cooney@odfw.oregon.gov

Description

Abstract: The razor clam fishery north of Cape Lookout opened in November after being closed for three years do to biological toxins. The fisheries on Clatsop beach ( Tillamook Head to Columbia River ) were sampled several days per tide series in November and December. Sport and commercial diggers were interviewed to obtain data on digging effort, number and age composition of clams, and harvest area. Data from beaches south of Tillamook Head were collected as time permitted. Random age and length data, samples for PSP toxins analysis and other miscellaneous data were collected and reported.

Purpose:

Time Period of Content: 1994

Geographic Extent: Oregon

Status: Final

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Format: PDF

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Attributes Description: Field attribute information is available in the attached file(s).

Is a physical copy maintained for reference at Headquarters? Unknown