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Increased Protection for Permit, Florida & African Pompano

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.

Increased Protection for Permit, Florida & African Pompano

Florida’s Grey Ghosts: Bonefish now catch-and-release-only

Effective July 1, 2011, bonefish is a catch-and-release-only species and may not be harvested. When you release bonefish, be sure to practice proper fish handling techniques to ensure the fish survives to fight another day.

Florida’s Grey Ghosts: Bonefish now catch-and-release-only

Page Through the Digital Edition

Read the entire 2011 Florida Saltwater Recreational Fishing Guide online! Our unique digital edition allows you to page through the entire guide, just as if you were reading the magazine.

Page Through the Digital Edition

Extended Protection for Gulf Coast Snook

Prolonged cold weather during the winter of 2009–2010 adversely impacted Florida’s snook population. Protective measures were taken by extending the closed-harvest periods for parts of 2010 and 2011.

Extended Protection for Gulf Coast Snook

Florida Saltwater Fishing Handbook

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PDF Download The entire guide is also available as a PDF download for offline viewing. With no-ads and limited images for easier printing.

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