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Marlin, Blue

Additional Information

Regulation Boundary:

Texas State Waters

Required License(s):

HMS permit required in federal waters.

Edibility:

Good, but may contain super high mercury levels.

Synonyms:

Makaira nigricans
Hook and line only. No bag limit.
All landed fish must be reported to NOAA within 24 hours (1-800-894-5528 or hmspermits.noaa.gov).
Individuals not retained must be released in a manner that will ensure maximum probability of survival, but without removing the fish from the water.
OpenSeasons
131"Min Size
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Spears