FEDERAL
Federal Gulf (9–200 nm) — GMFMC
Currently CLOSEDClosed
GMFMC: HARVEST PROHIBITED. ESA-listed Threatened.
reef
Nassau Grouper
Epinephelus striatus
Catch-and-release only in US waters but actively encountered/targeted (release fishery) in Bahamas, FL Keys, S FL. Legitimate recreational species in Bahamas where regulations differ. Iconic Caribbean reef grouper.
In our regions
Bahamas — Eleuthera, Exuma & Cat IslandBahamas — Bimini & Grand BahamaBahamas — Abaco & Andros
Regulations
⚠️ BETA: best-effort current as of May 31, 2026. Confirm with the linked FWC / NOAA source before keeping a fish.
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STATE
FL Gulf — State waters (0–9 nm)
Currently CLOSEDClosed
HARVEST PROHIBITED. Listed Threatened under ESA.