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The Bonefish & Tarpon Research Center was created for a simple reason – to develop comprehensive research priorities for bonefish and tarpon research. These priorities will be used for bonefish and tarpon research in Florida, the United States, and across the globe. At BTU’s inception in 1998, little data existed on bonefish and tarpon, two of the world’s most popular saltwater gamefish.

BTRC is a consortium of conservation organizations and scientists working together to better manage the bonefish and tarpon fisheries and ensure them for future generations.

To support education, conservation, and research to help understand, nurture and enhance healthy Bonefish and Tarpon populations.

To nurture and enhance the Bonefish population, initially in the Florida Keys, eventually expanding our horizons globally.

Serving as a repository for information and knowledge related to the life cycle, behavior and well being of the species.

Supporting research and gathering information related to the condition of these fisheries, as well as their behavior and life cycles.

Providing educational material to the public and fishermen.

Working with regulatory authorities and the public to insure that the laws protecting these species are enforced.

Interacting with government agencies to assist in the management and regulations related to Bonefish and Tarpon.