Recreational harvest of red grouper in Gulf state waters to close, July 21 - Dec. 31
NOAA sketch of red grouper.
At its July meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to close the recreational harvest of red grouper in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico, excluding state waters off Monroe County. The 2023 recreational season for red grouper in Gulf state waters will close on July 21 and remain closed through the end of the year, Dec. 31, 2023, consistent with the closure in Gulf federal waters.
Consistent state and federal recreational seasons for red grouper will help prevent quota overages and ensure future harvest opportunities.
For current recreational red grouper regulations, visit myfwc.com/fishing/saltwater/recreational/groupers. This page will be updated with the new season dates.
For more information about FWC Commission Meetings, visit myfwc.com/about/commission/commission-meetings.