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• FWC seeks public input at virtual workshops on protections for goliath grouper spawning aggregations

  Monday, February 27, 2023 -  If you are unable to join the workshops, feedback can still be provided by visiting MyFWC.com/SaltwaterComments or emailing Marine@MyFWC.com.

• Keep crabs in and terrapins out, FWC rule for recreational crab traps goes into effect March 1

  Monday, February 27, 2023 -  Starting in March, recreational crab traps in Florida will be required to have rigid funnel openings no larger than 2 x 6 inches at the narrowest point or 2 x 6-inch bycatch reduction devices installed to reduce accidental trapping of diamondback terrapins, which has been a significant threat to the species.

• FWC approves rule to help improve survival of released reef fish

  Wednesday, February 22, 2023 -  The FWC approved a rule to require the possession of a descending device or venting tool that is rigged and ready for use on board a vessel when harvesting or attempting to harvest, including catch and release, of reef fish in state waters.

• FWC approves rule changes for Atlantic red porgy, snowy grouper and blueline tilefish recreational harvest

  Wednesday, February 22, 2023 -  The FWC approved a rule to modify recreational regulations for red porgy, snowy grouper and blueline tilefish in Florida’s Atlantic state waters to be consistent with current and pending regulations in adjacent Atlantic federal waters.

• FWC taking bold steps to prevent new invasive species in Florida

  Wednesday, February 22, 2023 -  Staff will explore including a risk analysis to prove a species poses little or no threat to Florida’s ecology, economy, as well as human health and safety, before that species could be approved to come into the state.

• Spotted seatrout harvest closes in Western Panhandle on Feb. 1

  Thursday, January 26, 2023 -  Spotted seatrout harvest will reopen in the Western Panhandle Management Region March 1, 2023.

• FWC seeks public input at Jan. 25 virtual workshop for potential Skyway Pier fishing regulations

  Monday, January 23, 2023 -  The virtual workshop will start at 5:30 p.m. EST on Wednesday, Jan. 25. Connect to the meeting by going to MyFWC.com/Marine and clicking “Rulemaking: Submit a Comment/Attend a Workshop” and then “Upcoming Public Workshops.”

• Northwest Florida blue crab trap closure ending early

  Friday, January 6, 2023 -  Recreational and commercial blue crab traps can be placed back in northwest Florida waters starting Monday, Jan. 9, 2023.

• Blue crab trap closure for northwest Florida starts Jan. 5

  Thursday, December 29, 2022 -  Recreational and commercial blue crab traps must be removed from some northwest Florida waters before Jan. 5, the first day of a 10-day trap closure.

• Spotted seatrout Central East Management Region season reopens Jan. 1

  Thursday, December 29, 2022 -  This closed season was re-established for the Central East Region to benefit spotted seatrout during winter months when they are particularly vulnerable to colder temperatures.