Physical description:

Similar to gray snapper.

Biological description:

Similar to gray snapper.

South Atlantic Federal Regulations

(For areas three-200 miles off the coasts of NC, SC, GA, and East Florida)

Commercial:

Limited access permit required.

• 12" TL size limit.
• 2 per person (not to exceed 2 per boat) for fish 30" TL or larger off the coast of Florida.
• Gear restrictions apply.

Recreational:

• 12" TL size limit.
• No more than 2 per person (not to exceed 2 per boat), for fish 30" or larger off the coast of Florida (individually or in combination with black grouper). See recreational retention limits.
• Gear restrictions apply.