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Additional Information
Regulation Boundary:
Gulf of America Federal WatersRequired License(s):
Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Angling PermitEdibility:
Excellent, but may contain high mercury levels. Catch, Clean, Cook Swordfish by DMFD featuring Brito Mas Grande
Synonyms:
Broadbill SwordfishCalifornia SwordfishPacific SwordfishXiphias gladius25 inch minimum size cleithrum to caudal keel length if head removed.
Swordfish may be harvested with rod and reel and/or handline.
Swordfish captured but not retained must be released in a manner that will ensure maximum probability of survival. Do NOT remove the fish from the water.
No more than one daily limit may be possessed onboard a vessel regardless of the length of the trip.
Anglers must report all recreational billfish landings. Report all non-tournament recreational Atlantic billfish landings to NMFS within 24 hours by calling 1-800-894-5528 or hmspermits.noaa.gov.
All highly migratory species require an HMS Angling Permit from NOAA Fisheries. Permits are available by calling 1-888-872-8862, or by visiting hmspermits.noaa.gov. No sale permitted for HMS species caught under an HMS Angling Permit.
For complete HMS regulations contact NOAA Fisheries HMS Management Division at 1-301-427-8503 or visit www.fisheries.noaa.gov/topic/atlantic-highly-migratory-species
Swordfish may be harvested with rod and reel and/or handline.
Swordfish captured but not retained must be released in a manner that will ensure maximum probability of survival. Do NOT remove the fish from the water.
No more than one daily limit may be possessed onboard a vessel regardless of the length of the trip.
Anglers must report all recreational billfish landings. Report all non-tournament recreational Atlantic billfish landings to NMFS within 24 hours by calling 1-800-894-5528 or hmspermits.noaa.gov.
All highly migratory species require an HMS Angling Permit from NOAA Fisheries. Permits are available by calling 1-888-872-8862, or by visiting hmspermits.noaa.gov. No sale permitted for HMS species caught under an HMS Angling Permit.
For complete HMS regulations contact NOAA Fisheries HMS Management Division at 1-301-427-8503 or visit www.fisheries.noaa.gov/topic/atlantic-highly-migratory-species
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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OpenSeasons
1Bag Limit
4Vessel Limit
47"Min Size
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Gigging
Snagging
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