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Sea Turtle Nesting Season is in Full Swing

Every year, thousands of sea turtles wander up South Florida’s sandy beaches to build nests and lay eggs. Our shorelines are an essential habitat for them.
Tips for Tarpon Fishing

Best Practices for Catch and Release Tarpon Fishing

Follow these guidelines when tarpon fishing.

Goliath Grouper Workshops

Goliath grouper workshops scheduled August through October; FWC needs your input Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission sent this bulletin …

Boating Safety with EPIRBs and PLBs

Learn how you can improve your boating safety today, with a personal locator beacon. Safety on the Water EPIRBs and …

CCA Florida STAR Focuses on Education & Conservation

The largest family friendly saltwater fishing competition in Florida — The CCA Florida STAR, presented by Yamaha — kicked off on May 27.
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Senate Commerce Committee Advances Billfish Conservation Act

Conservationists and anglers are applauding the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for advancing the Billfish Conservation Act.

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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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