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FWC Update: Tripletail and sheepshead changes effective July 1
Several changes to the management of tripletail and sheepshead go into effect July 1
New Regs For Tripletail, Sheepshead
At its April meeting in Fort Lauderdale, FWC approved several changes to the management of tripletail and sheepshead. Changes go …
South Atlantic Red Snapper Season Proposed
NOAA Fisheries is considering new regulations that would open the door for a limited season for red snapper in the South Atlantic in 2018.
Atlantic Grouper, Hogfish Seasons Open
On May 1: hogfish; gag, black, red, yellowmouth and yellowfin grouper; scamp; red hind; rock hind; coney; and graysby.
Bay scallop season opens June 16 in Dixie County and a portion of Taylor County
The 2018 recreational bay scallop season for Dixie County and a portion of Taylor County opens June 16 and will remain open through Sept. 10. This includes all state waters from the Suwannee River to the Fenholloway River.
