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Grouper, Gag

Additional Information

Regulation Boundary:

Bahamian Waters

Edibility:

Excellent (10 out of 10), but large individuals may contain ciguatera toxin and elevated mercury levels. Catch, Clean, Cook Gag Grouper by DMFD

Synonyms:

Charcoal bellyMycteroperca microlepis
Grouper (excluding Nassau grouper during closed season) and rockfish must weigh at least 3 lbs. Sportfishing Vessel limit for demersal fish is 20 fish or 60 pounds of fish. All other grouper landed between Dec 1 and Feb 28 must have head, tail, and skin intact.
OpenSeasons
20Vessel Limit
Hook and Line OnlySpecial Gear
20Aggregate