Cobia tagging is more than just a pastime for local anglers- it’s a vital part of marine conservation efforts. Known for its rich marine biodiversity, Destin-Fort Walton Beach attracts fishermen from all over to participate in Cobia migration.
A Collaborative Conservation Effort
Over the last few weeks, the United States Geological Survey team has been busy tagging Cobias, which are abundant at the Okaloosa Island Pier. A total of 20 Cobia were tagged with internal acoustic tags and/or satellite tags. All fish were also tagged with dart tags. …