Protection For Permit: Florida Saltwater Recreational 2011

FLORIDA SALtwAteR RecReAtIOnAL
2011
Valid from July 1, 2011 Dec. 31, 2011
and Pompano
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Protection for Permit
Floridas Grey Ghosts

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

MyFWC.com/Fishing
Contents
Contact us
Go to MyFWC.com for up-to-date information on recreational saltwater fishing regulations, news and events as well as resources, publications and videos. Visit the FWCs Fish and Wildlife Research Institute online at MyFWC.com/research For federal fishing regulations, please contact: Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council 888-833-1844 www.gulfcouncil.org South Atlantic Fishery Management Council 866-SAFMC-10 www.safmc.net National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries) 727-824-5301 www.nmfs.noaa.gov
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2011 Commission meeting dates and locations........................................... 2 Shows and events................................................. 2 Regional offices .................................................... 4 You do not need a license if you are .............................................................. 6 Costs for licenses ................................................. 6 Other saltwater fishing fees ............................... 6 Marine life regulations......................................... 8 Basic recreational saltwater fishing regulations...................................1011 Recreational gear and spearing ......................12 Increased protection for permit ......................14 Know your Florida fish .......................................15 Artificial reef locations ......................................16 State records and slams ...................................16
On the cover
Florida pompano (Trachinotus carolinus) Photographer: Jerry McBride, DOA Lures
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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission MyFWC.com Division of Marine Fisheries Management 2590 Executive Center Circle East Berkeley Building Tallahassee, Florida 32301 850-488-6058
Buy your license online!

When you buy your license online, its fast, convenient and saves time and travel. You can obtain a license 24 hours a day at MyFWC.com/LICense and begin fishing immediately! Licenses are also available toll-free at 1-888-FISHFLORIDA (1-888-347-4356). Processing fees apply to telephone and Internet sales.
SFR.........................................................................17 Management of Floridas marine fishes........18 Gulf Coast Snook ................................................18 Floridas Grey Ghosts .........................................19 Spotted seatrout regions ..................................20 Lionfish .................................................................20 Division of Law Enforcement (DLE) ................21 Resource hotlines...............................................21 Blue crab regulations.........................................24
Wildlife Alert Reward Program

Report fish and wildlife law violations by calling toll-free 1-888-404-FWCC (3922); on cell phones, dial *FWC or #FWC depending on service carrier; or click MyFWC.com/Contact. For more information, see page 21.
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s a Lt Wat e r r e g u L at I o n s
This publication is provided as a guide to Florida fishing laws and regulations. The Florida Administrative Code is the final authority on fishing laws. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) strives to ensure information in this booklet is accurate, but assumes no liability for any errors that occur in this publication. Contact the FWC if you have any questions on issues not covered in this booklet. This publication is valid only from July 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011. The money collected from saltwater fishing licenses is used to improve and restore fish habitat and for marine fisheries research, law enforcement, and public education on marine resources. An additional $.50 subagents fee will be charged for any license or permit not purchased directly from the county tax collector. Obtain immediate license privileges, Carlos Solis 24 hours a day, at MyFWC.com/License or by calling toll-free 888-FISH-FLORIDA (347-4356). Processing fees will apply to telephone and Internet sales. Additional processing fees will apply to telephone and Internet sales. Subject to change regarding availability of appropriate facilities to hold the meeting.
Introduction
How your license fee helps
About this Guide

This high-quality regulation guide is offered to you by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissions Division of Marine Fisheries Management through its unique partnership with J.F. Griffin Publishing, LLC. J.F. Griffin is an award winning publishing house that specializes in producing state fish & wildlife regulation books. J.F. Griffin supports the FWC staff in the design, layout and editing of the guides. They also manage the marketing and sales of advertising to appropriate businesses within the book. The revenue generated through ad sales significantly lowers production costs and generates savings. These savings translate into additional funds for other important fisheries and habitat programs! If you have any feedback or are interested in advertising, please contact us at (413).884.1001 or online at www.JFGriffin.com
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2011 Commission meeting dates and locations
September 79 Naples November 1617 Key Largo

For more information about Commission meeting dates, times, locations and agendas, visit our Web site at MyFWC.com and click on About Commission Meetings on the top of the page.
Shows and Events

Visit the FWC booth at these upcoming events to pick up your copy of the Recreational Saltwater Fishing Regulations and Fishing Lines: Anglers Guide to Floridas Marine Resources.
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Commissioners
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Kathy Barco Chairman, Jacksonville Richard A. Corbett Vice Chairman, Tampa Rodney Barreto Miami Ronald M. Bergeron Ft. Lauderdale Dwight Stephenson Delray Beach Kenneth W. Wright Winter Park Brian S. Yablonski Tallahassee
FWC regional offices*

northwest region 3911 Highway 2321 Panama City, FL 32409-1658 (850) 265-3676 Lt. Col. Louie Roberson, Regional Director north Central region 3377 East U.S. Highway 90 Lake City, FL 32055-8795 (386) 758-0525 Roland Garcia, Regional Director northeast region 1239 Southwest 10th Street Ocala, FL 34471-0323 (352) 732-1225 Dennis David, Regional Director southwest region 3900 Drane Field Road Lakeland, FL 33811-1299 (863) 648-3200 Chris Wynn, Regional Director south region 8535 Northlake Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33412-3303 (561) 625-5122 Charles E. Collins, Regional Director
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Nick Wiley Executive Director Gregory L. Holder Assistant Executive Director Karen Ventimiglia Deputy Chief of Staff Mark Robson Director, Marine Fisheries Management
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LICenses anD PerMIts
Saltwater fishing licenses are sold online at www.fl.wildlifelicense.com, at all county tax collectors offices and at many license agents. Licenses may also be obtained over the telephone by dialing toll-free, 1-888-FISH-FLORIDA (347-4356). An additional fee is charged for telephone and Internet services. For any recreational licensing information not contained in this publication, please go to MyFWC.com/License. When applying for a saltwater recreational fishing license, you are considered to be a Florida resident if you are: Any person who has resided in Florida for six continuous months prior to applying for a resident license and who claims Florida as their primary residence. Any member of the U.S. Armed Forces who is stationed in this state and any family members residing with them. $100 (valid for one year). Includes: Hunting, Saltwater Fishing and Freshwater Fishing licenses Management Area, Archery, Crossbow, Muzzleloading Gun, Turkey, Florida Waterfowl, Deer, Snook, and Spiny Lobster permits Florida residents may buy a lifetime saltwater fishing license or a lifetime sportsman license. Holders of lifetime saltwater fishing licenses may fish in saltwater for life and will pay no additional fees. The lifetime license fee includes the taking of snook or spiny lobster, which would otherwise require a separate fee. A lifetime sportsman license allows holders to fish in freshwater or saltwater and to hunt in Florida. Both of the licenses require holders to obey fishing or hunting laws in effect at any given time.
Saltwater fishing in Florida What you must know before you go
Costs for licenses
In addition to the cost of licenses and permits specified in this section, license agents may charge an issuance fee for selling licenses or permits. note: all sales are final.
Florida resident licenses One-Year Shoreline Only License ......................................................................................................$0.00 One-Year License................................................................................................................................$17.00 Five-Year License .............................................................................................................................. $79.00 Combination licenses (Florida residents only) Fishing-Saltwater/Freshwater........................................................................................................$32.50 Fishing-Saltwater/Freshwater & Hunting ....................................................................................$48.00 One-Year Gold Sportsmans License...........................................................................................$100.00 One-Year Military Gold Sportsmans License..............................................................................$20.00
Covers both watercraft and shoreline fishing. Covers shoreline fishing only, not fishing from a watercraft or from shore reached by watercraft.
Florida residents
(Offers the same privileges as the Gold Sportsmans License. Available only to Florida residents who are active or retired members of the U.S. Armed Forces, the U.S. Armed Forces Reserve, the National Guard, the U.S. Coast Guard or the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve, upon submission of a current military identification card and proof of Florida residency. Purchase at county tax collectors offices only.)
Lifetime saltwater fishing license (Florida residents only; includes Snook and Lobster Permits) Age: 04........................................................................................................................................... $126.50 Age: 512 ........................................................................................................................................ $226.50 Age: 13 or older .............................................................................................................................. $301.50 Lifetime sportsman license (Florida residents only) Age: 04........................................................................................................................................... $401.50 Age: 512 .........................................................................................................................................$701.50 Age: 13 or older ...........................................................................................................................$1,001.50 Non-resident licenses Three-day License ..............................................................................................................................$17.00 Seven-day License ............................................................................................................................$30.00 One-Year License................................................................................................................................$47.00 Permits Snook Permit ..................................................................................................................................... $10.00 Five-Year Snook Permit (Florida residents only) ........................................................................$50.00 Spiny Lobster Permit ...........................................................................................................................$5.00 Five-Year Spiny Lobster Permit (Florida residents only) ...........................................................$25.00 Tarpon Tag (available only at tax collector offices) ....................................................................$51.50
If you are required to have a license, even the $0.00 shoreline license, you are required to purchase permits to harvest Snook and Spiny Lobster.
Gold sportsmans license
You do not need a license if you are:
A resident who is saltwater fishing from land or a structure fixed to land who has been determined eligible for the food stamp, temporary cash assistance, or Medicaid Program by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Proof of identification and a benefit issuance or program identification card issued by DCFS or the Agency for Health Care Administration must be on your person when fishing. A child under 16 years of age. Any resident fishing for recreational purposes only, within her or his county of residence with live or natural bait, using poles or lines not equipped with a fishing line retrieval mechanism. Fishing from a for-hire vesselguide, charter, party boatthat has a valid charter boat license or charter captain license. A holder of a valid saltwater products license. A Florida resident 65 years of age or older
and you possess proof of age and residency, such as a Florida drivers license or ID, or an optional no-cost Resident Senior Citizen Hunting and Fishing Certificate. A Florida resident who is a member of the U.S. Armed Forces, who is not stationed in this state, while on leave for 30 days or less, upon submission of orders. This does not include family members. Any person who has been accepted as a client for developmental services by the Department of Children and Family Services, provided the department furnishes proof thereof. Fishing for recreational purposes from a pier that has a valid pier saltwater fishing license. Fishing from a boat that has a valid recreational vessel fishing license. A Florida resident who is fishing for mullet in freshwater with a valid Florida freshwater fishing license. A Florida resident who possesses a no-cost Florida Resident Disabled Person Hunting and Fishing Certificate. In order to qualify for this, applicants must provide a certification of total and permanent disability
from the United States Armed Forces, Railroad Retirement Board, Florida Workers Compensation or the United States Veterans Administration. Alternatively, current documentation from the Social Security Administration for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Supplemental Security Disability Income (SSDI) benefits also will be accepted. Licenses (Charter Boat or Charter Captain) are required for all vessels that charge a fee (for-hire vessels) to take passengers out to catch marine fish. Eleven or more customers ....................$801.50 Five to ten customers.............................$401.50 Four or fewer customers........................ $201.50 Optional fees include the annual Recreational Vessel fee ($2,001.50) for not-for-hire pleasure craft and the annual Pier license ($501.50). For charter licensing information, contact your local county tax collectors office or visit MyFWC.com.
Other saltwater fishing fees
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Marine life regulations

Requirementsfor RecreationalMarineLifeHarvest: Recreational saltwater fishing license Organisms must be landed and kept alive A continuously circulating live well, aeration, or oxygenation system of adequate size to maintain these organisms in a healthy condition AllowableGear: hand held net, drop net, rod, barrier net, slurp gun (use of quinaldine is prohibited)* BagLimit: 20 organisms per person per day; only 5 of any one species allowed within the 20-organism bag limit Possession Limit: 2-day possession limit, 40 total organisms, no more than 10 of any one species allowed Allowablesubstrate: see species specifications in table Closedareas: Some closed areas exist** Sale of recreationally caught marine life organisms is prohibited * Some organisms have additional gear limitations, see chart. ** Various closed areas exist. See regulations for Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and Floridas State Parks before collecting in these areas. Additional rules apply to the collection of shells containing live organisms in Lee or Manatee counties. See MyFWC.com for FAQs about marine life harvest and information about collecting shells with live organisms.
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Marine Life Fish

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Angelfish Butterflyfish Filefish/Triggerfish Gobies Hamlets/ Seabasses Jawfish Parrotfish Porkfish Pufferfish, Burrfish, Balloonfish, Porcupinefish Tangs and Surgeonfish
No more than 5 per person per day in any combination Except Gray and Ocean Triggerfish Except reef fish2 and Longtail Bass
sIze LIMIts (total length unless otherwise noted) Gray, French Angelfish: 1 8" slot limit Blue, Queen Angelfish: 1 8" slot limit Rock Beauty: 25" slot limit 14" slot limit
Maximum size limit: 2"
Includes Sharpnose Pufferfish, Striped Burrfish, Spotted Burrfish, Balloonfish, Porcupinefish
Maximum size limit: 4" Maximum size limit: 12" Minimum size limit: 1 "
Maximum size limit (fork length): 9"
Spanish Hogfish: 28" slot limit Except Hogfish Wrasse/Hogfish/Razorfish Snapper Cuban Hogfish: 38" slot limit 1 Other Marine Life fish include : Basslets, Batfish, Blackbar Soldierfish, Blennies, Brotulas (Black and Key), Cardinalfish, Clingfish, Cornetfish, Damselfish, Eels (Moray and Snake), Frogfish, Hawkfish, High-hat/Jackknifefish/Spotted Drum/Cubbyu, Pipefish, Reef Croakers, Seahorses, Sleepers, Yellow Stingray, Sweepers, Toadfish, Trumpetfish, and Trunkfish/Cowfish.
Marine Life Invertebrates

reMarks 1 Corallimorphs and Zoanthids: No more than 5 polyps of each may be landed Anemones per person per day, must be harvested with a flexible blade no wider than 2". Corallimorphs must be harvested as single polyps only. Conch, Queen Harvest prohibited Corals, Hard (Stony) Harvest prohibited No more than 6 octocoral colonies per person per day in any combination; harvest Corals, Soft (Octocorals) of attached substrate within 1" of base is permitted; harvest closes in response to federal octocoral closures Crab, Hermit Except Land Hermit Crabs Crab, Horseshoe Harvest prohibited Live Rock Harvest prohibited 3 Except Common Octopus Octopods Sea Fans Harvest of Venus Sea Fan and Common (Purple) Sea Fan prohibited Siphonophores/Hydroids Harvest of Fire Coral prohibited Except Sheepswool, Yellow, Grass, Glove, Finger, Wire, Reef, and Velvet Sponges; no more than 5 sponges per harvester per day in any combination; harvest of substrate Sponges within 1" of base permitted north and west of the southernmost point of Egmont Key, no substrate allowed south of Egmont Key 3 Starfish Harvest of Bahama Starfish (Cushion Sea Star) prohibited Except Sand Dollars & Sea Biscuits; harvest of Longspine Urchin prohibited Urchins3 Other Marine Life invertebrates include 1: Brittlestars3, Decorator (Furcate Spider) Crab, False Arrow Crab, Green Clinging (Emerald) Crab, Nimble Spray (Urchin) Crab, Red Mithrax Crab, Red-Ridged Clinging Crab, Spotted Porcelain Crab, Yellowline Arrow Crab, Fileclams3, Upside-down Jellyfish, Nudibranchs/Sea Slugs3, Sea Cucumbers3, Sea Lilies, Cleaner/Peppermint Shrimp, Coral Shrimp, Snapping Shrimp, Nassarius Snails3, Starsnails3, Featherduster Worms, and Calcareous Tube Worms. sPeCIes
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Unless otherwise noted, combined bag limit of 20 marine life fish and invertebrates per person per day, only 5 of any one species allowed. A 2-day possession limit also applies (40 total organisms, only 10 of any one species). Such as groupers, snappers, seabass, and amberjacks. Must abide by regulations for these species on pages 1011. Bag limit of 2 live shells of any single species per harvester per day in Manatee County. Harvest prohibited in Lee County.
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Basic recreational saltwater fishing regulations
This brief summary of regulations governs the taking of saltwater species in Florida state waters for personal use. It is not applicable to the commercial harvesting of these species. The absence of complete laws, rules and regulations in this summary does not relieve persons from compliance with those laws, rules or regulations. State waters extend to 3 nautical miles on the Atlantic and 9 nautical miles on the Gulf. Federal rules apply beyond state waters unless expressly stated otherwise. For species that do not have an established bag limit, more than 100 pounds or two fish per harvester per day (whichever is greater), is considered commercial quantities. A saltwater products license and commercial vessel registration are required to harvest commercial quantities of unregulated species. It is illegal to sell recreationally harvested fish without compliance with commercial license requirements. Issue Thirty Nine, July 2011. Highlights indicate recent regulation changes. Species
Amberjack, Greater Amberjack, Lesser & Banded Rudderfish Billfish Black Drum T Bluefish Bonefish Clams (Hard) Cobia (Ling)
Minimum Size Limits

28" fork Atlantic; 30" fork Gulf Not less than 14" or more than 22" fork Sailfish 63"; Blue Marlin 99"; White Marlin 66" Not less than 14" or more than 24" 12" fork
Closed Season
June 1 July 31 Gulf of Mexico
Daily Rec. Bag Limit

1 per harvester per day 5 aggregate of lesser amberjack and banded rudderfish 1 per harvester per day aggregate bag limit 5 per harvester per day 10 per harvester per day 0 per harvester per day
Remarks
Measured tip of lower jaw to fork. All landed fish must be reported to NOAA within 24 hours 800-894-5528 or hmspermits.noaa.gov. HMS permit required in federal waters. May possess one over 24". Snatching prohibited. Catch and release only. Hook and line gear only. Illegal to harvest from closed areas. Go to www.floridaaquaculture.com for allowable harvesting areas. To sell or exceed the daily bag limit follow commercial regulations.
1" thick across hinge 33" fork
May not harvest half hour after official sunset until half hour before official sunrise Sept. 20 Oct. 4 Gulf state waters beyond 3 miles closed to traps; federal waters closed to traps; Regional closures (see map on page 24) July 1 Oct 31
One 5 gal. bucket per harvester or 2 per vessel, whichever is less per day (whole in shell) 1 per harvester or 6 per vessel per day, whichever is less 10 gallons whole per harvester per day
Crab, Blue
5 traps maximum. Trap requirements apply. Harvest of egg-bearing crabs prohibited. See page 24 for more information.
Crab, Blue Land Crab, Stone Crawfish (Spiny Lobster) Dolphin Flounder T 2 " claw Carapace must be greater than 3" measured in the water 20" fork Atlantic 12"
May 16 Oct 14 April 1Aug. 5 Exception: Sport Season (last consecutive Wed & Thurs of July each year)
Trapping prohibited, harvest of egg-bearing females prohibited, harvest prohibited in state parks and from the right-of-way of federal, state or county maintained roads. 1 gal. Stone Crab claws per harvester 5 traps maximum. Trap requirements apply. Illegal to possess whole crab. or 2 gal. per vessel, whichever is less Harvest of egg-bearing crabs prohibited. Recreational trapping prohibited. Spiny Lobster permit required when Regular season: license required. Harvest of egg-bearing females prohibited. Special 6 per harvester per day bag limit for 2-day Sport Season. Contact FWC regional office for current information on Sport Season. 10 per harvester per day, not to To sell or exceed the daily bag limit follow commercial regulations. exceed 60 per vessel per day 10 per harvester per day May be harvested by spearing. Snatching prohibited. 20 per harvester per day
Gag
24" Atlantic & Monroe County 22" Gulf (excluding Monroe County)
June 1 Sept. 15 & Nov. 16 Dec. 31, 2011 Gulf (excluding Monroe County) Closed Atlantic & Monroe County Jan. 1April 30 Closed in Gulf (excluding Monroe County) Feb. 1 March 31 Closed in Gulf (excluding Monroe County) Feb. 1 March 31 Closed Atlantic & Monroe County Jan. 1April 30
1 per harvester per day Atlantic & Monroe County; 2 per harvester per day Gulf (excluding Monroe County)
Grouper, Black
24 Atlantic & Monroe County 22 Gulf (excluding Monroe County) 20"
1 per harvester per day Atlantic & Monroe County; 4 per harvester per day Gulf (excluding Monroe County) 3 per harvester per day Atlantic & Monroe County; 2 per harvester per day Gulf (excluding Monroe County) 1 per harvester per day Atlantic
No more than 1 fish may be Gag or Black Grouper, either individually or in combination in Atlantic & Monroe County. Included within the 3 per harvester per day (Atlantic & Monroe County) and 4 per harvester per day (Gulf excluding Monroe County) Grouper aggregate bag limit. Zero daily bag and possession limit for captain & crew on for-hire vessels.
Grouper, Red Grouper, Snowy Grouper, Yellowfin & Yellowmouth Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Warsaw & Speckled Hind
Included within the 3 per harvester per day (Atlantic & Monroe County) and 4 per harvester per day (Gulf excluding Monroe County) Grouper aggregate bag limit. Zero daily bag and possession limit for captain & crew on for-hire vessels.
20" 20" Atlantic & Monroe County; 16" Gulf (excluding Monroe County)
Closed in Gulf (excluding Monroe County) Feb. 1 March 31 Closed Atlantic & Monroe County Jan. 1April 30 1 per vessel per day of each species Closed in Gulf (excluding Monroe County) Feb. 1March 31 for Rock Hind and Red Hind Closed Atlantic & Monroe County Jan. 1April 30 for Tiger, Rock Hind, Red Hind, Coney, Graysby
Included within the 3 per harvester per day (Atlantic & Monroe County) and 4 per harvester per day (Gulf excluding Monroe County) Grouper aggregate bag limit. Atlantic & Monroe County: Zero daily bag and possession limit for captain and crew on for-hire vessels
Grouper, all others
Hogfish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Spanish Mullet, Striped (Black) & Silver
12" fork 24" fork 12" fork
5 per harvester per day 2 per harvester per day
Oysters
3" 22" fork SPZ; Not less than 11" or more than 22" fork all other areas 11" fork
June, July, Aug. in Dixie, Wakulla, Levy counties. July, Aug., Sept. in all other areas. May 1July 31 SPZ
Permit T Pompano, Florida T
15 per harvester per day 50 aggregate per harvester per day; Mullet aggregate bag limit includes Striped and Silver. Call DMFM for adAggregate vessel limits ditional restrictions in Pinellas and Charlotte counties. Feb. 1Aug. 31: 100 per vessel; Sept. 1Jan. 31: 50 per vessel 2 bags per harvester or vessel, Apalachicola Bay has summer & winter seasons/areas. whichever is less per day. Harvest from approved shellfish areas only. 1 Bag = 60 lbs. or two 5 gal. buckets (whole in shell) Go to www.floridaaquaculture.com for allowable harvesting areas. 1 per harvester per day, not to Effective August 31, 2011. May possess 1 over 22" fork length in exceed 2 per vessel per day SPZ; all other areas, not to exceed 2 over 22" fork per vessel per day. See page 2 per harvester per day all other 12 for gear restrictions, page 14 for SPZ definition and other information. state waters 6 per harvester per day Effective August 31, 2011. Hook and line, cast net, and beach or haul seine ONLY. See page 14 for more information.
Bag limit reduced to 1 in some state waters when federal waters are closed to all harvest. Check www.MyFWC.com/Fishing for most current regulations prior to fishing. Transfer of Spanish Mackerel to other vessels at sea is prohibited.
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species
Pompano, African T Red Drum (Redfish) T Red Porgy Scallops, Bay Sea Bass, Black Shad
Minimum size Limits

24" fork Not less than 18" or more than 27" 14" Atlantic
Closed season
Daily rec. Bag Limit

2 per harvester per day, not to exceed 2 per vessel per day. 1 per harvester per day 3 per harvester per day Atlantic 2 gallons whole or 1 pint meat per harvester per day; no more than 10 gallons whole, or gallon meat per vessel anytime 15 per harvester per day Atlantic 10 aggregate per harvester per day
remarks
Effective August 31, 2011. See page 12 for gear restrictions. See page 14 for more information. Gigging, spearing, snatching prohibited. Harvest in Federal waters prohibited. Harvest allowed only in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico from the PascoHernando county line, to the west bank of the Mexico Beach Canal in Bay County. American, Alabama & Hickory are part of aggregate limit. Hook & line gear only. Hook and line gear only. See list below for prohibited species. Snatching prohibited. Contact FWC Regional Office for closed areas.
Sept. 26, 2011 June 30, 2012 12" Atlantic; 10" Gulf
Shark T Sheepshead T Shrimp Snapper, Black & Wenchman Snapper, Cubera Snapper, Gray (Mangrove) Snapper, Lane Snapper, Mutton
54" fork for all sharks except Atlantic sharpnose, blacknose, blacktip, bonnethead, finetooth and smooth dogfish 12" April & May closed to Nassau, Duval, St. Johns, Putnam, Flagler & Clay counties
1 per harvester or 2 per vessel per day, whichever is less 15 per harvester per day 5 gallons heads on per harvester or vessel per day, whichever is less Included within 10 per harvester per day Snapper aggregate bag limit Included within 10 per harvester per day Snapper aggregate bag limit if under 30" 5 per harvester per day Included within 10 per harvester per day Snapper aggregate bag limit Atlantic Included within 10 per harvester per day Snapper aggregate bag limit July 19May 31 Gulf 2 per harvester per day Included within 10 per harvester per day Snapper aggregate bag limit Nov. 1March 31 Atlantic 5 per harvester per day Atlantic; 10 per harvester per day Gulf Included within 10 per harvester per day Snapper aggregate bag limit
12" (see remarks) 10" 8" 16"
May possess no more than 2 Cubera Snapper over 30" per harvester or vessel per day, whichever is less. 30" or larger not included within the Snapper aggregate bag limit. Included within 10 per harvester per day Snapper aggregate bag limit. Gulf not included within the Snapper aggregate bag limit.
Snapper, Red Snapper, Schoolmaster Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, all other Snook (all species) T
20" Atlantic; 16" Gulf
Included within 10 per harvester per day Snapper aggregate bag limit. Note: Check www.MyFWC.com/Fishing for most current regulations prior to fishing. Gulf: Zero daily bag and possession limit for captain and crew on for-hire vessels. Vermilion Snapper not included within the Snapper aggregate bag limit. Atlantic: Zero daily bag and possession limit for captain and crew on for-hire vessels. Includes: Blackfin, Dog, Mahogany, Queen, Silk & Yellowtail. Snook permit required for harvest when saltwater license required. Illegal to buy or sell snook. Snatch hooks and spearing prohibited. See page 18 for more information. Includes: Sheepswool, Yellow, Grass, Glove, Finger, Wire, Reef & Velvet sponge.
10" 12" Atlantic; 10" Gulf 12" Not less than 28" or more than 32" Atlantic Not less than 28" or more than 33" Gulf of Mexico, Monroe County, Everglades Nat. Park Greater than 5" in greatest dimension measured across the top of the sponge Not less than 15" or more than 20" (statewide) except one fish over 20" per person 47" lower jaw fork length with head attached or 29" cleithrum to keel length if head removed. Dec. 15Jan. 31; June 1 Aug. 31 Atlantic Closed through Aug. 31, 2012 Gulf of Mexico, Monroe County, Everglades National Park
1 per harvester per day
Sponge, Commercial
Spotted Seatrout T
Nov. & Dec. S. Region 4 per harvester per day South Region May possess no more than 1 over 20"; included in the regional bag limit. Feb. N.E. and N.W. Regions 5 per harvester per day See regional definitions map on page 20. (see regional N.E. and N.W. Regions definitions page 20) 1 per harvester per day, All landed fish must be reported to NOAA within 24 hours 800-894-5528. not to exceed a maximum of HMS permit required in federal waters. Zero daily bag and possession limit 4 per recreational (not for-hire) vessel for captain and crew of for-hire vessels. or 15 per for-hire vessel per day 2 fish possession limit Requires $50 tarpon tag to possess or harvest. Snatching and spearing prohibited. Boca Grande Pass has seasonal regulations. Contact DMFM for current information. Included within the 3 per harvester per day (Atlantic & Monroe County) and 4 per harvester per day (Gulf excluding Monroe County) Grouper aggregate bag limit. Atlantic: Zero daily bag and possession limit for captain and crew on for-hire vessels Triggerfish except Gray and Ocean have live landing & live well requirements. 2 per harvester per day 2 per harvester per day 1 per harvester per day Hook & line gear only. No snatch hooks. To sell or exceed the daily bag limit, follow commercial regulations. Regulations apply in parts of Nassau County only. See MyFWC.com for map.
Swordfish
Tarpon
Tilefish, Golden 12" fork Atlantic; 14" fork Gulf 15" 12"
1 per harvester per day Atlantic
Triggerfish (Gray) Tripletail T Wahoo Weakfish
PROHIBITED SPECIES Must remain in whole condition until landed ashore (heads, fins & tails intact). It is unlawful to land, purchase, sell, or exchange the species: Measured as total length. Total length is the straight line distance from the most forward part of Goliath Grouper harvest, possess, Grouper, Sawfish, Atlantic Angel Shark,following Shark, Bigeye (Jewfish), Nassau Basking
the head with the mouth closed to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed together while the fish is lying on its side.
State regulations apply in federal waters.
Additional gear rules apply. See Reef Fish Gear Rules page 12. T Harvest prohibited by or with the use of any multiple hook in conjunction with live or dead
natural bait. Harvester: Regardless of what species you are fishing for, bag limits are only for properly licensed individuals and those people exempt from licensing requirements who are actively harvesting. People harvesting may not exceed the individual bag limit and take someone elses bag limit. That is, people (including children) who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits. Northwest Region Panama City 850-265-3676; North Central Region Lake City 386-758-0525; Northeast Region Ocala 352-732-1225; Southwest Region Lakeland 863-648-3200; South Region West Palm Beach 561-625-5122; Wildlife Alert 888-404-FWCC (3922)
Sand Tiger Shark, Bigeye Sixgill Shark, Bigeye Thresher Shark, Bignose Shark, Caribbean Reef Shark, Caribbean Sharpnose Shark, Dusky Shark, Galapagos Shark, Lemon Shark, Longfin Mako Shark, Narrowtooth Shark, Night Shark, Silky Shark, Sand Tiger Shark, Sandbar Shark, Sevengill Shark, Sixgill Shark, Smalltail Shark, Spiny Dogfish, Whale Shark, White Shark, Manta Ray, Spotted Eagle Ray, Longbill Spearfish, Mediterranean Spearfish, Roundscale Spearfish, Sturgeon, Florida Queen Conch, Stony, Hard and Fire Corals, Sea Fans, Bahama Starfish, and Longspine Urchin. Harvest of live rock in state waters is prohibited. Puffer fish harvest is prohibited in Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin counties.
FWC REGIONAL OFFICES
For saltwater fish identification, request a copy of FWCs Fishing Lines magazine or visit: MyFWC.com.
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gear & sPearIng
Recreational gear
Explosives, etc.
Additional regional gear restrictions may apply in your county. For further clarification, contact the local regional offices listed on page 4.
The use of powerheads, explosives, chemicals or the discharge of firearms into the water to kill or harvest marine life is prohibited in state waters.
Reef fish gear rules (applies to species marked with on
pages 10 and 11) GulfofMexico: These regulations require the use of a venting tool and dehooking device when recreationally or commercially fishing for reef fish in the Gulf of Mexico. All persons aboard a vessel harvesting reef fish must possess and use non-stainless steel circle hooks when using natural baits. Atlantic Ocean: Recreational and commercial fishers are required to use dehooking devices as needed while fishing for reef fish.
Spearing
These rules apply to the following species. For a complete species list, please visit MyFWC.com. Greater amberjack Banded rudderfish Black grouper Snowy grouper Yellowmouth grouper Warsaw grouper Grouper, all others Red porgy Black snapper Cubera snapper Lane snapper Red snapper Vermilion snapper Golden tilefish Lesser amberjack Gag grouper Red grouper Yellowfin grouper Scamp grouper Speckled hind Hogfish Black sea bass Wenchman snapper Gray snapper Mutton snapper Schoolmaster snapper Snapper, all other Gray triggerfish
Spearing is defined as the catching or taking of a fish by bowhunting, gigging, spearfishing, or any device used to capture a fish by piercing its body. Spearing does not include the catching or taking of a fish by a hook with hook-and-line gear or by snagging (snatch hooking). Spearfishing is defined as the catching or taking of a fish through the instrumentality of a hand or mechanically propelled, single or multi-pronged spear or lance, barbed or barbless, operated by a person swimming at or below the surface of the water. The use of powerheads, bangsticks, and rebreathers remains prohibited. The following is a list of species which are prohibited for harvest by spearing. Any other species not listed which are managed by the Commission, and those not managed by the Commission are allowed to be harvested by spearing. Spotted eagle ray Sturgeon Billfish (all species) Manta ray Sharks Bonefish Tarpon Goliath grouper Snook Blue crab Nassau grouper Spotted seatrout Red drum Weakfish Stone crab Florida Pompano African pompano Permit Tripletail Lobster Families of ornamental reef fish (surgeonfish, trumpetfish, angelfish, butterflyfish, porcupinefish, cornetfish, squirrelfish, trunkfish, damselfish, parrotfish, pipefish, seahorse, puffers, triggerfish except gray and ocean)
Hook-and-line gear
You may NOT spearfish (excluding bowfishing and gigging):
Hook-and-line anglers must tend their gear at all times to prevent people, marine life and shore life from becoming entangled in the line or injured by the hook. Also, it is against the law to intentionally discard any monofilament netting or line into or onto state waters. Monofilament line can entangle birds, marine mammals, marine turtles and fish, often injuring or killing them.
Nets
The following types of nets may be used for recreational purposes in Florida waters: Bully nets (for lobster only) no greater than 3 feet in diameter. Frame nets and push nets (for shrimp only) no greater than 16 feet in perimeter. Hand held landing or dip nets no greater than 96 inches in perimeter. Cast nets measuring 14 feet or less stretched length (stretched length is defined as the distance from the horn at the center of the net with the net gathered and pulled taut, to the lead line). Cast nets may be used as harvesting gear for the following species only: black drum, bluefish, cobia, flounder, mullet, Florida pompano, red drum, sheepshead, shrimp, Spanish mackerel, spotted seatrout, weakfish and unregulated species. Beach or haul seines measuring no larger than 500 square feet of mesh area, no larger than 2 inches stretched mesh size, not constructed of monofilament, and legibly marked at both ends with the harvesters name and address if a Florida resident. Non-residents using beach or haul seines for recreational purposes are required to have a commercial saltwater products license and legibly mark the seine at both ends with the harvesters saltwater products license number. Beach or haul seines may be used as harvesting gear for the following species only: black drum, bluefish, cobia, flounder, mullet, Florida pompano, red drum, sheepshead, shrimp, Spanish mackerel, weakfish and unregulated species.
Spearfishing of marine and freshwater species in freshwater is prohibited. Possession of a spear gun in or on freshwater is also prohibited. Within 100 yards of a public swimming beach, any commercial or public fishing pier, or any part of a bridge from which public fishing is allowed. Within 100 feet of any part of a jetty that is above the surface of the seaexcept for the last 500 yards of a jetty that extends more than 1,500 yards from the shoreline. In Collier County and in Monroe County from Long Key north to the Dade County line. For any fish for which spearing is expressly prohibited by law. In any body of water under the jurisdiction of the Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks. (Possession of spearfishing equipment is prohibited in these areas, unless it is unloaded and properly stored.) Fishermen who catch and/or sell fish harvested by spearing are subject to the same rules and limitations that other anglers in the state are required to follow. In Monroe County there are additional regulations for spearfishing. For more information call 305-289-2320 or visit www.floridakeys.noaa.gov.
You may NOT spear, bowfish or gig:
In Volusia County inland waters with the exception of flounder and sheepshead using a spear with three or fewer prongs.
Permit, Florida Pompano and African Pompano
Permit and African Pompano: Hook and line only in state waters; hook and line or spearing only in federal waters. Florida Pompano: Hook and line, cast net and beach or haul seine only in state and federal waters
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Increased protection
In June 2011, the Commission amended the rule for permit, Florida pompano, and African pompano in order to provide increased protection for these important species. In the past, there were no regulations for these fish in federal waters adjacent to Florida. The recreational rule amendments primarily establish recreational regulations in federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic. Additionally, the Commission decided to create separate management strategies for each species. The combined bag limit for Florida pompano and permit was split into separate bag limits, and the size limits for each species were changed. The rule amendments the Commission passed created two separate management areas in Florida for permit. The Special Permit Zone (SPZ) lies in south Florida, encompassing waters south of Cape Florida on the Atlantic coast and south of Cape Sable on the Gulf coast. The regulations for permit in the SPZ are more restrictive to protect spawning aggregations of permit as well as large permit that support the trophy fishery in the Keys. The remainder of Florida (north of Cape Florida and Cape Sable) makes up the other permit management area.
for Permit, Florida Pompano, and African Pompano

Bob Puccinelli
Overall the new regulations for permit, Florida pompano, and African pompano should greatly increase the protection for these three fish in Florida waters and ensure that future generations can enjoy them.
Special Permit Zone
The new regulations take effect August 31, 2011.

The recreational regulations in the chart below apply in Florida state and federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic unless otherwise noted.
species
Permit inside SPZ
Minimum size Limits

22" fork length
Closed season
May 1July 31
Daily Bag Limit

gear
State waters: Hook and line only. Federal waters: Hook and line and spearing. State waters: Hook and line only. Federal waters: Hook and line and spearing. Hook and line, cast net, and beach or haul seine. State waters: Hook and line only. Federal waters: Hook and line and spearing.
remarks
Vessel Restriction: no more than 2 permit.
Permit outside SPZ
Not less than 11" or more than 22" fork length 11" fork length 24" fork length
May possess 1 over 22" fork included in the per person bag limit. Vessel Restriction: no more than 2 over 22" fork.
Florida Pompano African Pompano
6 per harvester per day 2 per harvester per day
Vessel Restriction: no more than 2 African pompano.
Current recreational regulations for state waters through August 30, 2011.
species
Permit & Florida Pompano African Pompano
Minimum size Limits

Not less than 11" or more than 20" fork length Not less than 24" fork length
Daily Bag Limit

6 per harvester per day aggregate of permit and Florida pompano 2 per harvester or per vessel per day, whichever is less
gear
Permit: Hook and line only
remarks
May possess one over 20" fork of either permit or Florida pompano included in the aggregate bag limit. Vessel restriction: no more than 2 permit and Florida pompano over 20" fork length at any time in any combination.
Hook and line only
For additional information visit MyFWC.com/Fishing.
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Know your Florida Fish: Permit, Florida Pompano, African Pompano and Palometa
species Description Identification Dorsal fin is short and upright Forehead slopes gently backward
Can reach up to 25" and weigh 8 lbs.
Florida Pompano
Trachinotus carolinus
Body is generally mostly silver with a darker back. Yellow coloring on belly is common in juveniles and adults. Dorsal fin begins forward of anal fin.
Tail fin is more upright, Wide fork
Yellow coloration on belly Dorsal fin is long and sloped back
Anal fin is short
Trachinotus falcatus
Permit
Orange coloring on belly and/or pelvic and anal fin is common in juveniles. May have a black spot behind the pectoral fin. Dorsal fin begins over anal fin.
Forehead sharply rises to a hump then slopes back
Tail fin is sloped back, Narrow fork
Orange-yellow coloration on belly Dorsal fin begins forward of anal fin
Anal fin is long and sloped back
african Pompano
Alectis ciliarus
Long, threadlike rays at front of dorsal and anal fins (juveniles). 45 narrow bars on sides of juveniles only.
Front of head is steep and rounded
Hardened scutes
Elongated dorsal fin
Can reach up to 20" and weigh up to 1 lb.
Trachinotus goodei
Palometa
Dorsal and anal fins are very elongated. 4 narrow bars on sides of both juveniles and adults. Bright, silvery sides.
Elongated anal fin
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New Artificial Reef Locations*

CountY Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Bay Escambia Escambia DePLoY Date
5/5/11 5/5/11 5/5/11 5/5/11 5/5/11 5/5/11 3/9/11 9/28/10 9/28/10 9/28/10 9/28/10 9/28/10 9/28/10 2/18/11 12/22/10
reeF naMe Mb 130 - Set 13 Mb 129 - Set 9 Mb 128 - Set 8 Mb 127 - Set 5 Mb 126 - Set4 Mb-123 - Set 11 Mb 125 Mb 123 Mb 124 Mexico Beach Memorial Reef Stewart Unkles Jr. Memorial Reef Hannon Smith Memorial Reef Drew's Reef Capt Bob Quarles Reef Lane Gilchrist Reef
MaterIaL tons Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (3) 13.90 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (1) 12.90 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (4) 14.40 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (5) 17.40 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (5) 22.10 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (2) 8.40 Ship Ferro-Cemment Sailboat 47' 8.50 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (2) 5.00 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (8) 32.50 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (8) 22.50 Modules Walters Florida Special Steel (1) 2.50 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (1) 2.50 Modules Concrete Walters Limestone (1) 2.50 Concrete Rubble 270.00 Concrete Bridge Rubble 1200.00
LatItuDe 2947.187' N 2955.222' N 2955.063' N 2954.549' N 2954.250' N 2955.253' N 2954.385' N 2955.253' N 2955.438' N 2954.567' N 2954.720' N 2954.578' N 2954.577' N 3019.738' N 3017.467' N
LongItuDe 8541.758' W 8532.558' W 8532.577' W 8532.638' W 8532.690' W 8532.362' W 8532.405' W 8532.362' W 8532.542' W 8532.360' W 8532.602' W 8532.339' W 8532.376' W 8710.871' W 8713.773' W
DePtH reLIeF
87 56 58 58 61 54 61 56 56 59 61 60 61 14 50
8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 10 8 8 7 15
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State records and slams

Congratulations to the following individuals who have qualified for new state fishing records and grand slam certificates! State records are administered by the world record keepers, the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) in Dania, Florida. All-tackle records apply to fish caught on both conventional and fly tackle and catches must be made in accordance with IGFA rules. The Grand Slam Club celebrates the variety of Florida game fishes and the achievement of anglers catching a particular set of three species in one day. There is a different slam for each of the states four geographic regions, and you do not need to keep the fish to qualify. For more information or to apply for a state record or grand slam, contact the FWC Division of Marine Fisheries Management by calling 850-488-6058, or visit our Web site at MyFWC.com. Click on Fishing. Entries are free!
Do you have a photo of your prize catch and want to show it off?
If so, the FWC invites you to participate in the Ethical Angler Photo Recognition Program! Send in your photo, along with a signed photo release form to EthicalAngler@MyFWC.com and your photo may appear on the next cover of the regulations! For additional information, please visit www.MyFWC.com/Fishing
Grand slam certificates

West Coast Grand Slam Tommy Barba Konnor Williams East Coast Grand Slam Konnor Williams Capt. George Skip Land Capt. Barry Englehardt South Florida Grand Slam Thomas A. Barba State Record White margate (Haemulon album), 19 lbs. 8 oz., caught near the Dry Tortugas on Feb. 6, 2011 by Hector Vasallo
Regional grand slam fishes

North Florida red drum, cobia, spotted seatrout West Coast red drum, snook, tarpon South Florida bonefish, tarpon, permit East Coast red drum, tarpon, spotted seatrout
Hector Vasallo
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Even better, the small contribution you make with each purchase translates into millions of dollars toward sport fish restoration each year. In fact, with your help, Florida receives around $13 million every year to support both fresh and saltwater fisheries resources. This cycle of money flow is all a part of the Sport Fish Restoration program, which is managed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Angler contributions are made through a 10% excise tax on fishing tackle and boating fuels. This money goes to a general federal fund and is later distributed to the states based on the number of resident licensed anglers as well as the land area of the state, including water territory. When the state receives the money it is required to make a 25% matching contribution to the grants. In Florida, the funds are managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), and the 25% matching contribution comes from recreational fishing license fees. Of the total money received, 15% is specifically allotted to boating access improvement projects. This includes new land acquisition for construction of boat ramps as well as the maintenance of over 230 boat ramps statewide. About $6.5 million of the money goes towards saltwater projects, which supports programs such as fishing clinics, fisheries research, fish stock enhancement, artificial reefs,
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Extended Protection
for Gulf Coast Snook
FWC reminds anglers that the recreational harvest season for snook in Floridas Atlantic waters will reopen September 1, 2011. Floridas Gulf of Mexico waters will remain catch and release through August 31, 2012. Prolonged cold weather during the winter of 20092010 adversely impacted Floridas snook population. Protective measures were taken by extending the closed-harvest periods for parts of 2010 and 2011. At the June 2011 Commission Meeting, Commissioners received the latest staff report with information on the status of the snook population. Atlantic coast snook were less severely impacted by the cold weather than Gulf coast snook. Based on this information, the Commission agreed to reopen the snook harvest season this fall in Atlantic waters. Snook has been strictly regulated in Florida for more than 50 years. Current regulations include summer and winter closed harvest seasons, a one-fish bag limit during open seasons, restrictive slotsize limits, and a prohibition on the sale of snook. A snook permit is required to harvest snook. Revenue generated from the sale of this permit is used exclusively for programs to benefit the snook population. Even though recreational harvest is closed in Gulf of Mexico waters, you may still purchase a snook permit to support these programs. If you would like information on the Gulf Coast voluntary snook permit refund and to learn about these programs, please visit MyFWC.com/license. The Atlantic stock of snook in Floridas Atlantic coastal and inland waters, including Lake Okeechobee and the Kissimmee River, will return to the regular season opening September 1, 2011.
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The regular daily bag limit of one snook per recreational angler will apply, as will the 28 to 32-inch total length slot limit. A snook permit is required to harvest snook. The current prohibition of recreational harvest of snook in all of Floridas Gulf of Mexico waters, including Everglades National Park and state and federal waters of Monroe County, will remain in effect until August 31, 2012. This extended closure will allow the Gulf snook population additional time to rebound. Anglers may still catch and release snook during harvest closures. Remember to handle and release these fish carefully to help ensure their survival upon release. More information is available at MyFWC.com/fishing.
Management of Florida Marine Fishes

in State and Federal Waters
Many of Floridas important fisheries occur in both state and federal waters and are managed by both the FWC and federal agencies. When anglers travel beyond state water boundaries into federal waters (beyond three nautical miles on the Atlantic and nine nautical miles in the Gulf of Mexico), they are often subject to regulations set by federal managers. This is the case for species such as snappers, groupers, amberjack, and king mackerel. The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council manages fisheries in federal waters (beyond three nautical miles) off the Florida Atlantic coast and the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council manages fisheries in federal waters (beyond nine nautical miles) off the Gulf coast. These Councils develop fishery management plans and recommend regulations to the U.S. Department of Commerce based on stock assessments conducted by the SouthEast Data, Assessment, and Review (SEDAR) program, scientific data, and public comment as required by the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. NOAA Fisheries Service reviews Council recommendations and decides whether or not to approve the regulations as an agency of the Department of Commerce. The FWC manages fisheries in state waters, but has a strong interest in how fish are managed in federal waters and how that management affects Floridians. FWC staff serves on both the South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Councils and coordinates fisheries management with the Councils. The Councils and the FWC often enact consistent regulations in state and federal waters, but sometimes use different approaches to meet management goals. The FWC also manages some fish species in both state and federal waters. The Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act allows states to extend their regulations for a particular fishery into adjacent federal waters when there are no federal rules for that fishery. For example, FWC rules for bonefish, blue crab traps and snook apply in federal waters off Florida. FWC rules apply in federal waters off Florida for all species marked with a symbol on the regulations chart on pages 1011.
Before fishing nine nautical miles beyond shore in the Gulf of Mexico or three nautical miles beyond shore in the Atlantic, be sure to check the latest federal regulations.
For Gulf federal regulations, contact the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council at www.gulfcouncil.org or 888-833-1844. For Atlantic federal regulations, contact the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council at www.safmc.net or 866-SAFMC-10. For Gulf, Atlantic, and Highly Migratory Species (tunas, sharks, swordfish, and billfish) federal regulations, contact NOAA Fisheries Service at sero.nmfs.noaa.gov or 727-824-5301.
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Floridas Grey Ghosts:

Effective July 1, 2011, bonefish is a catch-and-release-only species and may not be harvested. Anglers can still temporarily possess one bonefish at a time at the site of capture to take a photograph, or to measure or weigh the fish. For weigh-in tournaments, a tournament exemption permit that allows tournament participants to temporarily possess and transport bonefish to a weigh station for tournament purposes is now required. These permits are granted to the tournament director, but if you are participating in a weighin bonefish tournament, the tournament director will provide you with a copy of the permit to keep with you while you fish in the tournament. Most anglers already release the bonefish they catch as a conservation measure. When you release bonefish, be sure to practice proper fish handling techniques to ensure the fish survives to fight another day. One of the most important ways to help released bonefish survive is to minimize the time the fish is out of the water. Holding your breath while releasing the fish can be a good reminder that your catch cant breathe out of the water! Be sure to always use wet hands when handling any fish to minimize damage to their protective slime layer. Dehooking devices can also be used to minimize handling and help reduce the chance of injuring the fish during release. Also, quickly revive your catch by putting it head first into the current to allow oxygenated water to flow over the gills. Practicing these simple catch and release techniques is a great way to take on an active role in bonefish conservation. For more information about bonefish, visit www.MyFWC.com/fishing.
Bonefish now a catch-and-release-only species
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Learning about Lionfish

Florida has many fascinating saltwater fish species available in a multitude of shapes, sizes and colors. One fish that anglers and divers may encounter is the lionfish. These fish are intriguing in their own right but are not native to Florida and originate from the Indo-Pacific region. These fish are predatory reef fish that use their large spines, which possess venom, to protect themselves while they lay in wait to engulf small reef fish. Since lionfish were first reported off Floridas Atlantic Coast in 1985, their life history has enabled them to build populations in Florida and other places along the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Their lack of major predators in these waters has allowed lionfish to increase in numbers, expand their range, and negatively alter the natural systems where they are found. Recently, a lionfish derby in the Florida Keys harvested 531 lionfish. Divers and anglers are encouraged to remove lionfish they encounter to help control the numbers of these invasive fish. In Florida, lionfish have been documented in every coastal habitat from the shore around docks to ledges at 1,000 feet so look for these fish and be ready act as you are able. Lionfish can be speared, caught with a hand net or you may even catch one while fishing with a rod and reel. Take care that your gear does not come into contact with reefs, as it can result in damage to delicate corals. Remember, lionfish have venomous spines so care should be taken when handling these fish; stings are rarely fatal. If you are stung by a lionfish, its recommended to soak the sting in very hot water, and seek medical attention if necessary. A saltwater fishing license is required to harvest lionfish and be sure to check gear, bag limit and other general regulations for their harvest at MyFWC.com/fishing. A collection datasheet is also available at MyFWC.com/reportlionfish; divers and anglers are encouraged to report any lionfish captured in the Gulf of Mexico. Removing lionfish can help Floridas native marine fish and habitats and provide a tasty meal at the same time.
Keith Mille, FWC
More information about lionfish may be found using the resources below.
Lionfish Discovery Story oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/stories/lionfish USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species nas.er.usgs.gov Poison Help Hotline 800-222-1222 NOAA Guidelines for Lionfish Consumption ccfhr.noaa.gov/docs/EatLionfishPullCard.pdf Reef Environmental Education Foundation reef.org/programs/exotic/lionfish
Spotted Seatrout Regions

Northeast Region means all state waters lying north of the FlaglerVolusia County line to the FloridaGeorgia border, and adjacent federal Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) waters. Northwest Region means all state waters north and west of a line running due west from the westernmost point of Fred Howard Park Causeway (28E9.350N 82E48.398W), which is approximately 1.17 nautical miles south of the Pasco-Pinellas County line to the Florida-Alabama border, and adjacent federal EEZ waters. South Region means state waters lying between the Flagler-Volusia County line on the Atlantic Ocean and the southern boundary of the Northwest Region on the Gulf of Mexico in Pinellas County and adjacent federal EEZ waters.
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The dates and locations of the closures are: All waters of Broward through Pasco Counties from July 1019 All waters of Hernando through Wakulla counties including all waters of the Ochlockonee River and Bay from July 2029 All waters of Franklin County to the Florida/Alabama state line from Jan. 514
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