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Florida coral reef: Will fishing council let rock shrimp nets drag the rare Oculina Bank?

A federal fishery management council once again has moved forward with a plan that would allow rock shrimpers to drag trawling nets along a protected Florida seafloor and rare deep-water coral reef ...
Miami New Times

Florida’s New Shrimping Regulations Won’t Put Local Catch on Your Table

Late last month the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved changes to its shrimping rules allowing fisherman to keep crustaceans alive for sale to growing in lucrative markets in ...

Reel Talk: How to throw a cast net

Bait is a crucial part of catching fish in Tampa Bay. When looking for live bait, it can be expensive. Using a cast net to ...
News4Jax

How Fernandina Beach became known as the ‘Birthplace of the Modern Shrimping Industry’

FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. – Fernandina Beach is known for its rich history and beautiful beaches. But what many people don’t know is that it’s also been dubbed the “Birthplace of the Modern Shrimping ...
Treasure Coast Newspapers

Florida coral reef: Will fishing council let rock shrimp nets drag the rare Oculina Bank?

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council moves forward on reopening the Oculina Bank coral reef. The council will host public meetings before making a formal decision. The Oculina Bank, named ...