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Saltwater Fishing

Saltwater Fishing

Stone Crab

Recreational Stone Crab Traps

Infographic showing best fishing practices for recreational stone crab in Florida, including trap requirements such as buoy markings, throat and escape ring sizes, degradable panels, and seasonal closures from May 2 to October 14.
Best practices for recreational stone crab fishing in Florida: anglers may use up to five traps per person with proper escape rings, degradable panels, and required buoy markings. Remember, stone crab season is closed from May 2 to October 14.