Raw DNA chromatogram data produced by the ABI 373, 377, 3130 and 3730 automated sequencing machines in ABI format. These are from fish (primarily Sebastes spp., Seriola lalandi, and several shark species) and invertebrates (primarily Haliotis spp.). These data are in either of 2 formats, ".fsa" files containing chromatograms used for genotyping, and ".ab1" files containing chromatograms of DNA sequences. These data are used for studies on taxonomy, population connectivity, species identification, and studies of mating systems

This database archives genetic tissue samples from marine mammals collected primarily from the U.S. east coast. The collection includes samples from field programs, fisheries bycatch, and stranding data. A range of researchers have contributed samples to this archive, so some of the data records are confidential. Data includes field identification numbers, location and date information, collection information, and disposition of samples. These samples are primarily intended to support analyses of the genetic relationships and phylogeny of cetaceans in U.S. and Caribbean waters.

Up to 10 individuals of a fin fish, shark, and crustacean species are collected and morphologically identified by Southeast Fisheries Science Center. Water-soluble sarcoplasmic proteins are extracted from the tissue; proteins are analyzed by microfluidic electrophoresis (Agilent Bioanalyzer 2100) to generate species-specific protein patterns. The protein patterns are entered into a database to determine which are the most abundant for each species. The proteins that are seen in all 10 individuals are transferred to the excel pattern matching library database that uses NSIL designed formulas to calculate the range of each protein (+/- 1.5 to 3%) and compare an unknown protein to pattern to those in the pattern matching library.

In order to determine variations in distribution of the newly discovered Lampris spp., numerous research institutions, observer programs, and museums were contacted in an attempt to collect viable tissue samples available for genetic analysis. This spreadsheet is documentation of the continuous correspondence that occurred and is occurring between the point of contact and the institutions contacted.

Samples of skin and other tissues are collected from marine mammals along the U.S. east coast by a variety of researchers. Samples may be collected from live animals through remote biopsy or live-capture, stranded animals, or animals captured incidentally during fishery operations. DNA is extracted from these samples, sequenced, and analyzed using a variety of methods to support phylogenetic studies, stock delineation studies, and a variety of other analyses related to cetacean genetics in U.S. waters. These data sets include the sequence and other genetic data collected from these samples along with analytical results. These data contribute to delineation of stocks described in annual Marine Mammal Protection Act stock assessment reports.

This database archives genetic tissue samples from marine mammals collected in the North-Central Gulf of Mexico from 2010-2015. The collection includes samples from field sampling programs and stranding data. Data includes field identification numbers, location and date information, collection information, and disposition of samples. These data support stock delineation studies and a variety of other analyses related to cetacean genetics in the Gulf of Mexico related to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Larval tuna data were collected on NOAA research vessels or charter vessels between 1950 and 1959 and between 1961 and 1964. 1955 - 1959 IATTC data were provided to Honolulu Laboratory, and PIFSC received IATTC's approval to share their data with the public. The dataset includes date, position, depth of tow, type of gear, volume of water strained, surface temperature, surface salinity and counts of tuna larvae.

Fish captured in trawls by the SWFSC Fisheries Resources Division during surveys for coastal pelagic species. Most tows were targeted for sardine using a Nordic trawl on the surface at night. The database includes identification to various taxonomic levels depending on species, length frequencies, biomass data, and some age data for sardine based on analysis of otoliths.