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Batten Down the Hatches

OK, so most of us know that a storm can bring some REALLY great fishing conditions and there are others …

South Florida Sturgeon

Anglers should know that all three species of sturgeon in Florida - Gulf, Atlantic and shortnose - are protected from harvest by state and federal law.

Juvenile Tarpon as they Live and Breathe

by JoEllen K. Wilson, Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Before my little one was born, there was a lot of discussion …

Protecting our Land and Waters

By Capt. Sam O’Briant    September typically represents the last month of the rainy season in Southwest Florida. Hurricane probability …

Largest Ever Private Reef Deployment Off South Florida

The Andrew “Red” Harris Foundation breathed new life into south Florida’s marine ecosystems with a massive artificial reef deployment.

Conservation Victory at Risk

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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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