Sports
Spiny Lobster Season Begins Aug. 1
According to the FWC, the harvest of egg-bearing females is prohibited.
Commercial fishermen may begin putting their traps in the water Aug. 1, and recreational and commercial fishermen may harvest spiny lobsters starting Aug. 6, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
According to the FWC, the harvest of egg-bearing females is prohibited.
Spiny lobsters must remain in whole condition until they are brought to shore. Harvesters cannot use any device that might puncture, penetrate or crush the shell of the lobster, a news release said.
During the Aug. 6 to March 31 regular season, the daily recreational bag and on-the-water possession limit is six spiny lobsters per person.
For more information about lobster regulations, visit the FWC website.
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