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Menhaden ripple the surface in warm months when predators push them against beaches and Inlet rips—bird activity often marks schools. Commercial reduction fisheries operate under federal management visitors rarely interact with directly. From the beach, enjoy the spectacle without casting into swim zones.
Sources: NOAA Fisheries · Maryland DNR · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
