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Misty Grouper

Epinephelus mystacinus

Managed by: SAFMC

South Atlantic Federal Regulations

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

*Note! Effective January 31, 2011,  there is a prohibition on harvest and retention of snowy grouper, blueline tilefish, yellowedge grouper, misty grouper, queen snapper, and silk snapper, beyond 240 feet (73 m) in federal waters in the South Atlantic.  See the Fishery Bulletin and Final Rule for details.  The Final Rule includes the waypoints for the depth closure.

Commercial:

Limited access permit required.

Recreational:

  • Included in the 3 grouper per person bag limit. (Note:  See changes effective January 31, 2011 as noted above)
  • Gear restrictions apply.

  
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