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Recreational harvest of gag grouper in Atlantic state waters to close, starting June 15, by FWC executive order
Sports, Wildlife  |  Fri - May 3, 2024 5:10 pm  |  Article Hits:246  |  A+ | a-
FWC gag grouper sketch.
FWC gag grouper sketch.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)

At its May 2024 meeting in Daytona, Florida, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to close the recreational harvest of gag grouper in state waters of the Atlantic Ocean, including all state waters off Monroe County. The 2024 recreational season will close at 12:01 a.m. EDT on June 15, 2024, consistent with the closure in adjacent federal waters.

Consistent state and federal recreational seasons for Atlantic gag grouper will help protect the gag grouper population and rebuild the fishery, while also helping to ensure future harvest opportunities. 

For current recreational red grouper regulations, visit MyFWC.com/fishing/saltwater/recreational/groupers.
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