Understanding the spatial and temporal distribution, abundance, movements, and habitat preferences of tarpon (Megalops Atlanticus) is critical for understanding how human influences and future changes to habitat may affect tarpon distributions and ultimately population recovery along the Texas Coast.
TCC Officers
Eric Schmitt
Founder and President
Jennifer Matsu
Vice President
Rob Schumske
Chair
Clarence Lamb
Treasurer
Advisory Board
Matt Streich P.h.D.
Center for Sportfish Science and Conservation, Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico StudiesGreg Stunz P.h.D
Center for Sportfish Science and Conservation, Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies
Dr. Jay Rooker
Regents professor & McDaniel Chair of Fisheries Texas A&M University (Galveston Campus)
Dr. Michelle Sluis
Zapp Sluis Consulting, LLC