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• FWC approves rule changes for Gulf lane snapper 

  Wednesday, November 5, 2025 -  These changes are intended to reduce the risk of overfishing, mitigate the likelihood of early closures, and increase consistency between Gulf state and federal waters.

• FWC classifies Carolina hammerhead as a prohibited species 

  Wednesday, November 5, 2025 -  This rule will help mitigate identification challenges associated with other prohibited shark species and promote conservation for large coastal hammerheads. 

• Governor Ron DeSantis Applauds FWC’s Approval to Reopen Apalachicola Bay’s Oyster Industry 

  Wednesday, November 5, 2025 -  FWC adopts a revised oyster management plan for Apalachicola Bay, which will establish annual seasons based on oyster abundance — balancing the continued long-term recovery of the species and local economy.

• Recreational harvest of hogfish closes in waters of the Atlantic/Florida Keys starting Nov. 1 

  Wednesday, October 29, 2025 -  The recreational harvest season of Florida hogfish in state and federal waters of the Atlantic and the Florida Keys is open from May 1 through Oct. 31.

• Celebrate FWC’s TrophyCatch Season 13 Hall of Fame Ceremony

  Tuesday, October 28, 2025 -  Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the achievements of fellow anglers and learn more about the future of bass fishing in Florida.

• Flounder recreational harvest season closes Oct. 15 

  Monday, October 13, 2025 -  This closed season provides protection to flounder during the time when pre-spawning aggregations form, which ensures more fish can reproduce each year. 

• FWC’s Catch a Florida Memory Announces Season 3’s Triple Threat Throwdown Winner

  Thursday, October 9, 2025 -  Season 3 culminated in a thrilling grand prize drawing, awarding Catch a Florida Memory angler, Eric Peterson, with a premier Kayak Fishing Bundle valued at over $4,500!

• Reminder: Applications for the limited recreational harvest of goliath grouper in state waters close Oct. 15

  Wednesday, October 8, 2025 -  Permits to participate in this limited-entry harvest will be awarded by a random draw lottery.

• Stone crab season starts Oct. 15 

  Tuesday, October 7, 2025 -  The minimum claw size limit is 2 7/8 inches.

• Applications for limited recreational harvest of goliath grouper in state waters open Oct. 1

  Wednesday, October 1, 2025 -  Those interested can apply anytime from Oct. 1-15, for the upcoming 2026 season.