Eskaleran Pulan Chamorro Refaluwasch Pápáál Maram
January 4, 2022 - January 22, 2023
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Silvermouth Silvermouth • lehi
maróóbw • Aphareus rutilans
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Native to Indian and Pacific Oceans from the African coast to the Hawaiian Islands. • Prefer inshore waters with coral reefs and rocky bottoms at depths of ~20 ft to >330 ft. • Can be solitary or occur in small schools. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Local bottomfishers commonly target Lehi due to the high market demand. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
Baked Fish with Mayo and Kimchee Base INGREDIENTS 1 2 to 3-lb fish 1 cup mayo 1 tsp black pepper 1 onion, chopped 1 tbsp lemon sauce 1 tsp garlic powder 2-3 tbsp kimchee base aluminum foil INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F. Clean fish. Mix mayo, black pepper, chopped onions, lemon sauce, garlic powder and kimchee base. Place fish in foil and put mixture on top, inside, and around fish (spread generously covering the whole fish) then cover securely. Bake for ~30-45 minutes. Serve with white rice and finadene. source: chamorrofood.net/category/seafood/7/1/index.html
FISHERY INFORMATION: Deep-sea rod and reel - this hook-and-line method of fishing uses a heavy mainline that is lowered and raised with electric, hydraulic or hand-powered reels. 4 to 10 circle hooks, baited with squid or fish, branch off the mainline using monofilament lines. A “chum” or bait bag containing chopped fish like skipjack tuna or squid is sometimes suspended on the mainline above the hooks to attract fish. Fish are hauled aboard by hand.
2022 January 4 - February 1
Umayangan Schoowl Sinahi Dos • Eling
Sinahi Tres • Meseling
Mesáfúú
Mesóól
Mesátiw
Mesáwan
Emetan
Kuåtton Presente Eschúw
Epey
January
Sinahi Uno • Sighauru
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08:03 19:34
TUE
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08:59 20:38
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09:49 21:38
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3 2 1 0 -1
Olobwuwey
Arobwoghúw
14
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03:30 15:00
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15
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04:21 15:46
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Olomwaay
16
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05:13 16:36
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Gualåfon Umang Emmasch
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06:04 17:28
MON
Gualåfon • Úúr
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06:54 18:21
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Henemhon Uno Letiw
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07:41 19:14
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Henemhom Dos Ghiney
20
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08:24 20:07
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Henemhon Tres • Ara
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09:06 20:59
FRI
Sópásch
22
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09:45 21:50
SAT
2 1 0 -1
Sópásch Me Emwiir
Osáláng
Schomwan Fán
Afánágh
Hinecog • Arofú
Eyú
Ascaif
February
Emwalú
24 MON
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11:01 23:34
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11:40
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00:28 12:23
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3 2 1 0 -1
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Kuåtto Menguante Arosan Efnágh
Arosa
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06:42 18:16
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10:23 22:42
Giant Trevally Giant Trevally • mamulan
etam • Caranx ignobilis
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Sexually mature at 21-24 in and 3-4 yrs old. • Widely distributed throughout the tropical and subtropical waters of the Bay of Bengal, Indian and Pacific Oceans. • Inhabit a range of offshore and inshore marine environments, as well as the low salinity waters of estuaries and rivers. • Spawning occurs during the warmer months in most locations. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Mamulan is a sport fish, but fishers sometimes avoid catching them due to reports of people getting sick from eating larger catch. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
Fish Sinigang This is a Filipino fish soup with vegetables cooked in sour broth. INGREDIENTS 2-3 lbs fish, sliced 40 g Knorr Sinigang sa Sampaloc Mix Original 2 pieces tomato, cubed 1 piece onion, wedged 1 cup Daikon radish, sliced 5 pieces okra 2 pieces eggplant, sliced 8 cups water 2 cups cooking oil 1½ tbsp salt, or to taste fish sauce and ground black pepper, to taste 3 cups fresh spinach INSTRUCTIONS • Slice the fish as needed. Sprinkle salt all over the fish slices and then rub in. Let it rest for at least 10 minutes. • Heat oil in a pan. Fry the fish slices until golden brown. Turn it over and repeat on the opposite side. Remove fish from the pan and place on a clean plate. Set aside. Boil water in a large cooking pot. Add tomatoes, onions, and radish. Boil for 5 minutes. • Add Knorr Sinigang sa Sampaloc Mix. Stir. Put the fried fish slices into the pot. Let the liquid boil. Adjust the heat between low to medium. Continue boiling for 7 minutes. • Add eggplant. Cook for 3 minutes. • Add okra. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes. • Season with fish sauce and ground black pepper. • Put the fresh spinach into the pot. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes. • Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve warm.
FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught by a number of methods, including hook-and-line, hand lines, gill nets and other types of artisanal traps.
2022 February 2 - March 3
Tumaiguini Méél Sinahi Dos • Eling
Sinahi Tres • Meseling
Mesáfúú
Mesóól
Mesátiw
Mesáwan
Emetan
Kuåtton Presente Eschúw
Epey
February
Sinahi Uno • Sighauru
R S
07:35 19:19
WED
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08:22 20:18
THU
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09:04 21:13
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00:34 12:14
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10
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01:23 12:56
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11
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02:14 13:41
FRI
3 2 1 0 -1
Olobwuwey
Arobwoghúw
12
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03:06 14:29
SAT
13
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03:58 15:20
SUN
Olomwaay
14
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04:48 16:13
MON
Gualåfon Umang Emmasch
15
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05:36 17:07
TUE
Gualåfon • Úúr
16
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06:21 18:01
WED
Henemhon Uno Letiw
17
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07:04 18:54
THU
Henemhom Dos Ghiney
18
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07:44 19:46
FRI
Henemhon Tres • Ara
19
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08:23 20:38
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Sópásch
20
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09:01 21:30
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Arosa
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09:40 22:24
MON
3 2 1 0 -1
Sópásch Me Emwiir
Osáláng
Emwalú
Schomwan Fán
Afánágh
Hinecog • Arofú
Eyú
Efeng
Ascaif
March
Kuåtto Menguante Arosan Efnágh
22 TUE
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10:21 23:21
23 WED
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11:06
24
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00:20 11:56
THU
3 2 1 0 -1
MOON-RELATED OBSERVATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
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01:23 12:51
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02:26 13:52
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03:29 14:55
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06:12 18:02
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06:56 18:58
Ehu
Ruby Snapper/Ehu • buninas agaga’ Etelis carbunculus
Ma’afliton Guihan (Fried Fish) INGREDIENTS
falaghal moróóbw
1-2 lbs fish salt and black pepper, to taste vegetable oil For sauce - soy sauce, white vinegar and green onions INSTRUCTIONS
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Size - up to 12 in. • Indo-Pacific distribution, inhabiting both continental shelf and slope waters from 295 to 1150 ft deep.
Depending on the size, clean fish (descale, cuting slits on both sides of fish; if preferred, remove fins), remove excess water with paper towels, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Fry to desired texture and color. Serve with steamed rice and sauce. Hot peppers optional. Courtesy Floyd Masga
FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Traditionally caught in deep water, Ehu is one of the most prized bottomfish at the market and is sold commercially to restaurants and hotels. In optimal weather conditions, fishers try their luck at outer banks such as Rota Banks and Esmeralda Bank, a submarine volcano west of Tinian.
2022 March 4 - April 1
Maimo Máilap Sinahi Dos • Eling
Sinahi Tres • Meseling
Mesáfúú
Mesóól
Mesátiw
Mesáwan
Emetan
Kuåtton Presente Eschúw
Epey
March
Sinahi Uno • Sighauru
R S
07:36 19:52
FRI
R S
08:14 20:43
SAT
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08:52 21:34
SUN
R S
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MON
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10:08 23:15
TUE
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10
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00:06 11:34
THU
11
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00:58 12:21
FRI
12
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01:49 13:11
SAT
13
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02:40 14:03
SUN
3 2 1 0 -1
Olobwuwey
Arobwoghúw
14
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03:29 14:57
MON
15
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04:15 15:50
TUE
Olomwaay
16
S R
04:58 16:44
WED
Gualåfon Umang Emmasch
17
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05:40 17:37
THU
Gualåfon • Úúr
18
S R
06:19 18:30
FRI
Henemhon Uno Letiw
19
S R
06:58 19:23
SAT
Henemhom Dos Ghiney
20
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07:38 20:18
SUN
Henemhon Tres • Ara
21
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08:19 21:15
MON
Sópásch
22
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09:04 22:14
2 1 0 -1
Sópásch Me Emwiir
Osáláng
Schomwan Fán
Afánágh
Hinecog • Arofú
Eyú
Ascaif
April
Emwalú
24 THU
S
10:46
25 FRI
R S
00:20 11:45
26
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01:23 12:47
SAT
3 2 1 0 -1
MOON-RELATED OBSERVATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
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02:23 13:50
28 MON
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03:17 14:52
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04:06 15:51
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31 THU
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05:31 17:40
1
FRI
23 WED
3
Kuåtto Menguante Arosan Efnágh
Arosa
R S
06:10 18:33
S R
09:53 23:17
Black Jack Black Jack • tarakiton åttelong
orong • Caranx lugubris
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Size - up to 3 ft and 40 lbs. • Found in oceanic, offshore waters of the tropical zones of the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Oceans. • Prefer deep reefs, ledges and seamounts in clear waters. FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Tarakito is a versatile fish used in many dishes. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
Keleguen Guihan INGREDIENTS 1 lb of preferred fish, sliced into thin bite sizes 1 onion, diced 1 palm-sized ginger, chopped into small pieces 1 pkg lemon powder or 6-8 fresh lemons, squeezed 2 tbsp salt 2 Tinian hot peppers or habanero, chopped (optional) INSTRUCTIONS In mixing bowl, add fish with onions, ginger and lemon. Squeeze together, mixing evenly. Add salt a little at a time. Taste for desired flavor. If desired, add more lemon or salt to taste. Add peppers and mix for a spicy flavor. Great with corn tortillas or as an appetizer. source: chamorrofood.net
2022 April 2 - May 1
Umatalaf Séétá Sinahi Dos • Eling
Sinahi Tres • Meseling
Mesáfúú
Mesóól
Mesátiw
Mesáwan
Emetan
Kuåtton Presente Eschúw
Epey
April
Sinahi Uno • Sighauru
R S
06:47 19:23
SAT
R S
07:25 20:14
SUN
R S
08:03 21:05
MON
R S
08:44 21:57
TUE
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09:27 22:49
WED
R S
10:13 23:41
THU
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11:02
FRI
S R
00:32 11:53
SAT
10
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01:21 12:46
SUN
11
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02:08 13:39
MON
3 2 1 0 -1
Olobwuwey
Arobwoghúw
12
S R
02:52 14:32
TUE
13
S R
03:33 15:25
WED
Olomwaay
14
S R
04:13 16:17
THU
Gualåfon Umang Emmasch
15
S R
04:52 17:11
FRI
Gualåfon • Úúr
16
S R
05:32 18:05
SAT
Henemhon Uno Letiw
17
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06:13 19:02
SUN
Henemhom Dos Ghiney
18
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06:57 20:03
MON
Henemhon Tres • Ara
19
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07:45 21:06
TUE
Sópásch
20
S R
08:39 22:11
WED
Arosa
21
S R
09:38 23:16
THU
3 2 1 0 -1
Sópásch Me Emwiir
Osáláng
Emwalú
Schomwan Fán
Afánágh
Hinecog • Arofú
Eyú
Efeng
Ascaif
May
Kuåtto Menguante Arosan Efnágh
22 FRI
S
10:40
23 SAT
R S
00:18 11:44
24
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01:14 12:46
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3 2 1 0 -1
MOON-RELATED OBSERVATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
25 MON
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02:05 13:46
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02:50 14:42
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28 THU
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04:09 16:26
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04:46 17:16
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05:22 18:06
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06:00 18:57
Onaga
Flame Snapper/Onaga • buninas Etelis coruscans
Fried Fish Cubes INGREDIENTS
taighúlúpegh
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Size - up to 31 in and 35 lbs. • The oldest known was 54 yrs old and 31 in. • Sexually mature at 10 yrs. FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Traditionally caught in deep water, Onaga is one of the most prized bottomfish at the market ($7-9/lb) and is sold commercially to restaurants and hotels. It is commonly prepared for special events like weddings and large gatherings. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
1-2 lbs onaga 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tbsp baking powder 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup water flavorless vegetable oil for deep frying, like sunflower or canola salt and pepper, to taste INSTRUCTIONS Cut fish into cubes, season with salt and set aside. Whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl to mix everything evenly. Add milk and water and whisk until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be of coating consistency so that it adheres to the fish cubes. Heat enough vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to deep-fry the fish cubes on medium heat. Prepare one piece of fish at a time and dip it into the batter, making sure that all sides are coated generously and then tip into the hot oil. Do not over-crowd the frying pan. Fry pieces until golden brown. Remove fish with a slotted spoon and lay on an absorbent paper towel to soak up excess oil. Serve with tartar sauce or other desired dip.
2022 May 2 - May 31
Lumuhu Naa Sinahi Dos • Eling
Sinahi Tres • Meseling
Mesáfúú
Mesóól
Mesátiw
Mesáwan
Emetan
Kuåtton Presente Eschúw
Epey
May
Sinahi Uno • Sighauru
R S
06:39 19:48
MON
R S
07:21 20:40
TUE
R S
08:07 21:33
WED
R S
08:55 22:24
THU
R S
09:45 23:14
FRI
R
10:37
SAT
S R
00:02 11:29
SUN
S R
00:47 12:22
MON
10
S R
01:28 13:13
TUE
11
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02:08 14:05
WED
3 2 1 0 -1
Olobwuwey
Arobwoghúw
12
S R
02:46 14:57
THU
13
S R
03:24 15:50
FRI
Olomwaay
14
S R
04:04 16:45
SAT
Gualåfon Umang Emmasch
15
S R
04:46 17:44
SUN
Gualåfon • Úúr
16
S R
05:33 18:48
MON
Henemhon Uno Letiw
17
S R
06:25 19:54
TUE
Henemhom Dos Ghiney
18
S R
07:24 21:02
WED
Henemhon Tres • Ara
19
S R
08:27 22:08
THU
Sópásch
20
S R
09:33 23:08
FRI
Arosa
21
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10:38
SAT
3 2 1 0 -1
Kuåtto Menguante Arosan Efnágh
22 SUN
R S
00:02 11:40
Sópásch Me Emwiir
23 MON
R S
00:49 12:38
Osáláng
24
R S
01:32 13:32
TUE
3 2 1 0 -1
MOON-RELATED OBSERVATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
Emwalú
25 WED
R S
02:10 14:23
Schomwan Fán
26 THU
R S
02:47 15:13
Afánágh
27 FRI
R S
03:23 16:02
Hinecog • Arofú
28 SAT
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04:00 16:51
Eyú
29 SUN
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Efeng
04:38 17:42
30 MON
R S
Ascaif
05:19 18:34
31 TUE
R S
06:03 19:26
Mafute’ Redgill Emperor • mafute’
Eskabeche (Fish with Vegetables in Vinegar Sauce) INGREDIENTS
atigh • Lethrinus rubrioperculatus
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: The oldest known was 8 yrs old and 20 in. • Sexually mature at 1 yr and 8-10 in. • Found over sand and rubble areas of outer reef slopes, from 33 to 650 ft deep. • Diet - crustaceans, fish, echinoderms and mollusks. FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel, but also by spearfishermen within the lagoon at night. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
1 lb 1/2 tsp 1/2 cup 1/2 lb
2 1 2 cloves 6 tbsp 21/2 cups
fish salt vegetable or coconut oil each green vegetables (eplant, pepper leaves, kadagan, cabbage, bell pepper, and green beans) medium yellow ginger, grated large onion, sliced garlic, chopped vinegar water
INSTRUCTIONS Clean fish, slit in several places and add salt to slotted area. Fry fish in oil. Cook the vegetables in boiling water separately until tender. In a serving dish, place a layer of vegetables then a layer of fish. Repeat until vegetables and fish are all used. Put a small amount of oil in pan and heat. When hot, add ginger, onions and garlic, and fry. Add vinegar and water; boil for about 5 minutes. Pour over vegetables and fish, and let stand about 5 to 10 minutes to let seasoning permeate the vegetables and fish. Serve hot or cold. source: chamorrofood.net/free-recipe/seafood/eskabeche-fish-with-vegetables-invinegar-sauce-/17/index.html
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Mafute’ is a local favorite due to its abundance and reasonable cost. It is prepared in a variety of ways, but the most popular are frying and Eskabeche.
Fish Photo (top right): Mike Fleming (w/grandson Eduardo Diaz) (bottom right): Frank Colnago, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC) / inaturalist.org
2022 June 1 - June 29
Makmamao Ghúúw Sinahi Dos • Eling
Sinahi Tres • Meseling
Mesáfúú
Mesóól
Mesátiw
Mesáwan
Emetan
Kuåtton Presente Eschúw
Epey
June
Sinahi Uno • Sighauru
R S
06:50 20:19
WED
R S
07:39 21:09
THU
R S
08:31 21:58
FRI
R S
09:23 22:43
SAT
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10:15 23:26
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11:06
MON
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00:06 11:56
TUE
S R
00:44 12:46
WED
S R
01:19 13:37
THU
10
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01:57 14:30
FRI
3 2 1 0 -1
Olobwuwey
Arobwoghúw
11
S R
02:37 15:26
SAT
12
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03:20 16:26
SUN
Olomwaay
13
S R
04:09 17:31
MON
Gualåfon Umang Emmasch
14
S R
05:05 18:39
TUE
Gualåfon • Úúr
15
S R
06:07 19:48
WED
Henemhon Uno Letiw
16
S R
07:14 20:53
THU
Henemhom Dos Ghiney
17
S R
08:22 21:52
FRI
Henemhon Tres • Ara
18
S R
09:27 22:44
SAT
Sópásch
19
S R
10:29 23:29
SUN
2 1 0 -1
21 TUE
R S
00:10 12:19
Sópásch Me Emwiir
22 WED
R S
00:48 13:10
Osáláng
23
R S
01:24 13:59
THU
3 2 1 0 -1
MOON-RELATED OBSERVATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
Emwalú
24 FRI
R S
02:01 14:49
Schomwan Fán
25 SAT
R S
02:38 15:39
Afánágh
26 SUN
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03:18 16:30
Hinecog • Arofú
27 MON
R S
04:01 17:22
Eyú
28
TUEW
R S
Ascaif
04:47 18:14
29 ED
20 MON
3
Kuåtto Menguante Arosan Efnágh
Arosa
R S
05:35 19:05
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11:26
Saas
Bluelined Snapper • funai
BBQ Fish INGREDIENTS
saas • Lutjanus kasmira
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Size - up to 16 in. • Sexually mature at 6.5-10 in. • Adults inhabit coral reefs, in both shallow lagoons and on outer reef slopes 10 to 870 ft deep. • Juveniles inhabit seagrass beds around patch reefs. • Diet - fishes, shrimps, crabs, stomatopods, cephalopods, planktonic crustaceans and algae. FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
1 2-3 lb fish salt, to taste 1 large bell pepper 1/2 medium onion, sliced 3 lemons, squeezed 3 tbsp water INSTRUCTIONS Clean fish and sprinkle with salt. Barbecue over charcoal (grill) or broil. If available, use banana leaves under fish. Place in a deep serving platter when done. Cover with foil to prevent unwanted visitors. FOR SAUCE Put bell pepper over charcoal (grill) or stove for a couple of minutes, or until wilted. Rinse, peel and dice. Mix onions, lemon juice, water, hot pepper and salt to taste in a bowl. Pour sauce over fish before serving.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Saas is a versatile fish used in many dishes. It is commonly caught outside the CNMI lagoons by local bottomfishers.
Fish Photo: Rickard Zerpe / flickr.com
2022 June 30 - July 29
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Yellow Eye Opakapaka Yellow Eye Opakapaka/Golden Eye Jobfish buninas falaghal-maróóbw • Pristipomoides flavipinnis
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Size - up to 20 in. • Adults occur over rocky bottoms down to 295 to 1180 ft deep. • Diet - benthic fishes, crustaceans, squids and pelagic tunicates. FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex.
STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
Mondigas (Fish Cakes) INGREDIENTS 2-5 lbs boneless fish 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tbsp garlic, chopped 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp salt 1 cup panko bread crumbs, for mixture 4 stalks green onions, sliced 2 tsp Cajun (preference: Local Pepper) seasoning 1 tsp garlic powder 2 cups panko bread crumbs, for coating vegetable oil, for frying INSTRUCTIONS Drain the water from the fish then place into a mixing bowl. Add the remaining ingredients, reserving 2 cups of bread crumbs. Fold the ingredients together until combined. Form the mixture into patties/balls. Then coat each one with the remaining 2 cups of bread crumbs. Heat a non-stick or cast-iron pan over medium high heat. Lightly coat the pan with vegetable oil (a couple of tablespoons will do). Pan fry the cakes for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Add more oil to the pan if needed.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Traditionally caught in deep water, Buninas is one of the most prized bottomfish at the market and is sold commercially to restaurants and hotels. It is commonly prepared for special events like weddings and large gatherings.
2022 July 30 - August 27
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Kalikali
Paksiw
A Filipino Dish
INGREDIENTS
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Sexually mature at ~9-11 in and ~2 yrs. • Average estimated maximum age is 8 yrs. • Inhabit tropical waters in the Indo-Pacific and Central Pacific Ocean. • Found on rocky reefs, from ~600 to 900 ft deep. • Diet fishes, crustaceans, cephalopods and other benthic invertebrates.
1/2 cup vinegar 1 cup water 2 tsp salt* 1 tsp whole peppercorn 2 pieces fish (~1/2 lb each), cleaned and scales removed 1 knob ginger, sliced and pounded 6 cloves garlic, skin removed 1 medium onion, sliced 1 small bitter gourd, chopped (optional) 3 pieces finger chili
FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel.
INSTRUCTIONS
Von Siebold’s Snapper/Kalikali • buninas Pristipomoides sieboldii
n/a
CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets.
Pour vinegar and water into a pan. Add salt and whole peppercorn, then stir. Bring to a boil. Arrange the fish in the pan along with the ginger, garlic, onion, bitter gourd, and finger chili. Cover and simmer on low to medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes, or until fish is cooked through. Transfer to a serving plate. Serve hot with steamed rice. *Note: You may substitute salt with 3/4-1 tbsp fish sauce.
COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Kalikali is a popular bottomfish and is typically prepared fried, baked in foil with mayo, or in soups.
Fish Photo (top right): Larry Chen, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC) / inaturalist.org (middle right): Jack Randall / Fishwise Professional (bottom right): Keoki Stender
2022 August 28 - September 26
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Gindai
Steamed Soy and Ginger Gindai INGREDIENTS
Oblique-Banded Snapper/Gindai • buninas rayao amiriyu falaghal-maróóbw • Pristipomoides zonatus LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Sexually mature at 11 in and ~1 yr. • Average estimated maximum age is 14 yrs. • Inhabit tropical waters in the Indo-Pacific and Central Pacific Ocean. • Found on rocky reefs on the continental shelf and upper slope, from 230 to 985 ft deep (most abundant between ~330 and 660 ft). • Diet fishes, shrimps, crabs, cephalopods and other invertebrates. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
1 2 to 3-lb gindai, cleaned and deboned 2 tbsp water 2 tbsp Kikkoman soy sauce 1 tbsp oyster sauce ginger, amount to taste 1 tbsp sesame oil green onions, thinly sliced 2 sprigs cilantro, finely chopped INSTRUCTIONS • Place fish onto a heatproof ceramic plate. • For the sauce: Mix water, soy sauce and oyster sauce in a small bowl. • Add sauce around fish. Scatter ginger over the top. • Place fish into a steamer set over gently boiling water and cover. Steam for 10 minutes. • Sprinkle fillet with green onions. • Finishing: Heat sesame oil over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke. Carefully pour over dish. Sprinkle with cilantro. Courtesy Hyatt Regency Saipan
FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Traditionally caught in deep water, Gindai is one of the most prized bottomfish at the market and is sold commercially to restaurants and hotels. It is commonly prepared by frying or baked in foil with mayo, or with onions, salt and black pepper.
Fish Photo: PIFG BFISH Project
2022 September 27 - October 26
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Yellowtail Kalikali Goldflag Snapper/Yellowtail Kalikali buninas falaghal-maróóbw • Pristipomoides auricilla
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Size - up to 20 in. • Sexually mature at ~2 yrs and 9.5 in. • Estimated maximum age is 8 yrs. • Inhabit tropical waters in the IndoPacific and Central Pacific. • Found on rocky reefs, from 260 to 1180 ft deep. • Diet - fishes, salps. FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets.
Fish in Coconut Milk A Filipino Dish MAKES 2-4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 2-3 lbs fish, cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces 1 medium onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic sea salt, to taste 1/2 cup lemon juice 2-3 hot peppers, chopped (optional) 1 cup coconut milk (best to use fresh coconut milk) INSTRUCTIONS Combine fish, onion, garlic, salt, lemon juice and peppers (if using). Steam until tender. Add coconut milk and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Traditionally caught in deep water, Kalikali is one of the most prized bottomfish at the market and is sold commercially to restaurants and hotels. Is is commonly prepared by frying, baked in foil, barbequed or made into a soup.
2022 October 27 - November 24
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Pink Opakapaka
Pink Snapper/Pink Opakapaka • buninas Pristipomoides filamentosus
falaghal-maróóbw
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Size - up to 39 in. • Sexually mature at 3 yrs and 18 in. • Ave lifespan - 13 yrs. • Oldest known was at least 40 yrs old. • Inhabit tropical waters in the Indo-Pacific and Central Pacific. • Found on rocky reefs on the continental shelf and upper slope, from 130 to 1180 ft deep (most abundant between ~330 and 660 ft). • Diet - fishes, shrimps, crabs, ascidians and salps. FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
Bottomfish in Oyster Sauce INGREDIENTS 1 3 to 5-lb fish vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tbsp ginger, minced 1/2 cup kimchee base 1/2 cup water sea salt, to taste 1/4 cup lowfat milk 2 tbsp oyster sauce INSTRUCTIONS Fry fish in oil for about 2 minutes. Place fish in deep baking pan, cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 20-30 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, cover and bake for additional 10 minutes. Note: Remove excess water, if needed. If too salty, add water or lowfat milk. Courtesy Lino Tenorio
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Caught commercially, Pink Opakapaka is commonly prepared by frying or baked in foil with mayo, or with onions, salt and black pepper.
2022 November 25 - December 23
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Lyretail Grouper Lyretail Grouper • gádau mattingan
bwele • Variola louti
LIFE HISTORY INFORMATION: Size - up to 32 in. • Inhabit tropical waters in the Indo-Pacific. • Found on coral reefs, from 10 to 790 ft deep. FISHERY INFORMATION: Caught with deep-sea rod and reel. CURRENT REGULATIONS: FEDERAL: A permit is required for any vessel commercially fishing for, landing, or transshipping bottomfish management unit species (BMUS) in the U.S. exclusive economic zone around the CNMI. Fishing is also managed under an annual catch limit for the BMUS complex. COMMONWEALTH: A permit and catch reporting are required for commercial fishing in the CNMI. Prohibited gears include explosives, poison, electric shocking devices, SCUBA spearfishing, hookah and certain types of nets. COUNCIL MANAGEMENT: Currently monitored as part of the BMUS complex. STOCK STATUS: Not overfished; not experiencing overfishing.
Kadon Guihan (Fish Stew) INGREDIENTS 1 2 to 3-lb fish, cleaned and cut into small pieces 1 medium onion, chopped 2-3 baby tomatoes, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced sea salt, to taste 1/2 cup lemon juice INSTRUCTIONS • Combine fish, onion, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, salt and lemon juice in a large saucepan. Cook fish until tender. • Add 1/2 gallon of water and simmer for 10 - 15 minutes. • If you wish to add pepper leaves, wash and chop them well, adding them to the stew after simmering. Remove from heat, cover, let stand a couple of minutes and serve.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Fishers usually stay away from the larger groupers (usually more than 6 lbs) because some were found to be toxic (ciguatera poisoning). However, smallersized fish are usually kept and mainly prepared in soups using coconut.
Fish Photo (middle): Floyd Masga (right): andreybragin, some rights reserved (CC-BY-NC) / inaturalist.org
Umayangan Schoow Sinahi Dos • Eling
Sinahi Tres • Meseling
Mesáfúú
Mesóól
Mesátiw
Mesáwan
Emetan
Kuåtton Presente Eschúw
Epey
January
December
Sinahi Uno • Sighauru
December 24, 2022 - January 22, 2023
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07:19 18:41
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08:24 19:50
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26
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09:22 20:58
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10:14 22:01
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28
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11:00 23:00
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11:41 23:55
THU
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12:19
FRI
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00:47 12:57
SAT
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01:38 13:35
SUN
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02:29 14:14
MON
3 2 1 0 -1
Olobwuwey
Arobwoghúw
S R
03:21 14:57
TUE
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Olomwaay
04:15 15:42
WED
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Gualåfon Umang Emmasch
05:08 16:30
THU
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Gualåfon • Úúr
06:01 17:21
FRI
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Henemhon Uno Letiw
06:52 18:13
SAT
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Henemhom Dos Ghiney
07:40 19:06
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Henemhon Tres • Ara
08:25 19:57
MON
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09:05 20:47
TUE
Sópásch
11
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09:43 21:35
WED
Arosa
12
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10:18 22:22
THU
3 2 1 0 -1
Kuåtto Menguante Arosan Efnágh
13 FRI
S R
10:53 23:10
Sópásch Me Emwiir
14 SAT
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11:27 23:58
Osáláng
15
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12:03
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3 2 1 0 -1
MOON-RELATED OBSERVATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
Emwalú
16 MON
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00:49 12:42
Schomwan Fán
17 TUE
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01:44 13:26
Afánágh
18 WED
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02:43 14:16
Hinecog • Arofú
19 THU
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03:47 15:13
Eyú
20 FRI
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Efeng
04:54 16:18
21 SAT
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Ascaif
06:00 17:26
22 SUN
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07:03 18:34
About This Calendar
The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council has produced traditional lunar calendars for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) since 2007. The intent is to raise awareness about traditional ecological knowledge and enhance community involvement in fishery management. The CNMI is a 300-mile archipelago consisting of 14 main islands, with a total land area of 183.5 square miles. The principal inhabited islands are Saipan, Rota and Tinian, with the uninhabited Island of Aguiguan (Goat Island) located southeast of Tinian. The northern, largely uninhabited islands are Farallon de Medinilla, Anatahan, Sarigan, Guguan, Alamagan, Pagan, Agrihan, Asuncion, Maug Islands and Farallon de Pajaros (Uracas). Chamorro and Refaluwasch are the indigenous people of the Mariana Archipelago. Chamorro and Refaluwasch, along with English, are the official languages of the CNMI. The Chamorro names for the fish, lunar months and moon phases are in green or blue, and the Refaluwasch names are in gray. This 2022 Eskaleran Pulan Chamorro/2022 Refaluwasch Pápáál Maram features 13 bottomfish species managed under the Council’s Fishery Ecosystem Plan. Each month gives common, Chamorro, Refaluwasch and scientific names for each species, along with life history and fishery information, current regulations, management and stock status, and a delicious recipe to enjoy. The moon phases in this calendar are for Saipan as calculated by the HM Nautical Almanac (astro.ukho.gov.uk/ websurf ). The tide charts with moon rise and set times are in Chamorro time for Saipan and were provided by OceanFun Publishing, NZ. A special un dangkulu na Si Yu’us Ma’ase and ghilisou tumo’o’gh to calendar contributors including Council family members George Moses, Lino Tenorio; Council staff Joshua DeMello, Floyd Masga, Felix Reyes, Amy Vandehey; Jimmy and Jan Cabanes, Pacific Source Fish Mart; William and Beatrice Fejeran, WJC Fish Mart; Hyatt Regency Saipan; Raquel Manalo, Daystar Fish Market; Maryann and Maria Jaime Navarro, SMJ Fish Market; PIFG BFISH Project; and Clarita Salinas, DJ Fish Mobile. All photos by Floyd Masga, unless otherwise noted. DATA SOURCES USED: aquariumdomain.com, australian.museum, bioone.org, chamorrofood.net, en.wikipedia.org, fishbase.fr, fishbase.se, fishider.org, fishwisepro.com, flickr.com, inaturalist.org, scholarspace.manoa.hawaii.edu, thainationalparks.com, wpcouncil.org/annual-reports.
CNMI Contacts Council Vice Chair John Gourley PHONE: (670) 483-4000 EMAIL: john.e.gourley@gmail.com Council Member McGrew Rice PHONE: (808) 960-1424 EMAIL: mcgrewrice@gmail.com Council Member Tony Benavente CNMI Department of Lands & Natural Resources PHONE: (670) 322-9834 EMAIL: tonybenavente@gmail.com CNMI Island Coordinator Floyd Masga PHONE: (670) 322-9830 EMAIL: floyd.masga@wpcouncil.org
FRONT COVER: From the boat to the table. For an electronic version of this calendar, go to wpcouncil.org/educational-resources/lunar-calendars.
About the Council The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council was established by Congress in 1976 to manage fisheries in the offshore waters surrounding Guam, the CNMI, American Samoa, Hawai‘i and the U.S. Pacific Remote Island Areas. The fisheries in federal waters surrounding the CNMI are managed under the Mariana Archipelago and Pacific Pelagic Fishery Ecosystem Plans. Traditional knowledge and wide community involvement are integral parts of the ecosystem-based approach to fishery management.
Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council 1164 Bishop Street, Suite 1400 Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 PHONE: (808) 522-8220 EMAIL: info@wpcouncil.org FAX: (808) 522-8226 WEB: www.wpcouncil.org Published in the United States by the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council under NOAA Award NA20NMF4410013. © 2021, Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council ISBN 978-1-944827-93-9