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Proposed Bahamas Flats Fishing Regulations

Leaders of the Abaco Fly Fishing Guide Association (AFFGA) and Bahamas Fly Fishing Industry Association (BFFIA) were invited to share their viewpoints on the merits of the recently proposed flat fishing regulations for The Bahamas. This is the viewpoint of Cindy Pinder, Abaco Fly Fishing Guides Association.

St. Pete Installing Line Recycling Bins

St. Pete Installing Line Recycling Bins Anglers fishing from the half-mile stretch of seawall along Pass-a-Grille Way in St. Pete …

Help Conserve Billfish in Costa Rica

The number of billfish in Costa Rica and surrounding Central American countries seem to be booming when looking at the …

FWC UPDATES: Lobster Season

Many people find the rules and geographical boundaries in southern Florida to be complex and confusing. Whether you are new to the sport or a seasoned lobster veteran, a quick review of the basic information is never a bad idea!

FWC News Two-Day Mini Lobster Season July 29-30

The mini lobster season is always the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July. This year the mini season falls on July 29th and 30th.

FISH BUSTERS’ BULLETIN: Bass management is evolving

Florida supports some of the best bass fishing in the world. The State's abundant lakes and rivers provide habitat necessary to produce good fisheries and the Florida largemouth bass possesses unique genetics that favors rapid growth to trophy size.

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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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