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Grouper, Nassau

Additional Information

It is unlawful to harvest, possess, land, purchase, sell, or exchange this species.

Regulation Boundary:

Gulf of America Federal Waters

Synonyms:

Epinephelus striatus

Closed to possession or harvest.

Must be released immediately with minimum harm (cut the line, do NOT remove fish from water).


Contact the Gulf Council with federal regulations questions.

Location Specific Information

The DESCEND Act requires anglers to have a venting tool or descending device rigged and ready to use when fishing for reef fish species in Gulf of America federal waters.


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