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Grouper, Scamp

Additional Information

Regulation Boundary:

Gulf of America Federal Waters

Edibility:

Excellent, but large individuals may contain ciguatera toxin and elevated mercury levels. Catch, Clean, Cook Scamp by BlueGabe

Synonyms:

BroomtailMycteroperca phenax
Anglers required to have a venting tool or descending device rigged and ready to use when fishing for reef fish species in Gulf of Mexico federal waters. For more information, see NOAA Descend Act.

Closed Feb. 1 thru Mar. 31 when fishing beyond the 20-fathom break.

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OpenSeasons
4Bag Limit
16"Min Size
Total LengthMeasurement
GOM Reef FishSpecial Gear
4Aggregate
Descend ActDescend Act