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“Diver’s Down” flag reminder

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wants to make sure that 2012 is a safe year for both divers and …

Atlantic snook and Gulf amberjack close in state waters June 1

The recreational harvest of snook in Atlantic state and federal waters and of greater amberjack in Gulf of Mexico state …

Monofilament fishing line perilous for pelicans

In Florida, fishing is an important part of our lifestyle as well as the economy. However, this enjoyable activity sometimes …

License-free saltwater, freshwater fishing fun coming this weekend

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA  (May 29, 2012) –The first week of June is National Fishing and Boating Week. This year, start and …

The Billfish Foundation’s Ellen Peel, two others named by President Obama to key White House posts

FT LAUDERDALE, FL – Ellen Peel, president and CEO of The Billfish Foundation, who has also served for three years as …

Stone crab season to close May 16

Florida stone crab season closes on May 16. Photo credit: MyFWC. The commercial and recreational harvest of stone crab claws …

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Attention North Carolina Anglers: Key Changes to Fishing Laws and Mandatory Harvest Reporting

North Carolina fishing regulations have important updates concerning mandatory reporting for several key species and the seasonal limits for flounder. Here is what recreational and commercial fishermen need to know:

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Murrells Inlet: South Carolina’s Best Fishing and Golfing

The inlet itself is an inshore angler’s dream. It’s an enclosed system, one of very few inlets on the east coast free from the influence of the Intracoastal Waterway or coastal rivers. There’s no dirty water flowing in from upstream, and this system of marshes and backwaters is a completely saltwater environment, with no freshwater pumping in to reduce salinity. The result is excellent fishing and exploration of backwater creeks for speckled trout, redfish and the doormat flounder that Murrells Inlet has gained a reputation for.

Species Spotlight: Jaguar Guapote

Jaguar Guapote, also known as the jaguar cichlid, is an established non-native species in Florida, particularly in coastal canal systems in the southeastern part of the state, including the Everglades and areas from West Palm Beach south. It is an aggressive, predatory fish that can negatively impact native fish populations and is also a popular sport fish with good culinary value.

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