Florida Grouper Identification Chart

Zero bag limit for captain and crew of for hire vessels applies to gag black and red grouper.

Florida grouper identification chart. Very deep dropoffs ledges and seamounts. Seldom encountered in less than 200 feet and most common in much deeper water. Pursuant to section 120 74 florida statutes the fish and wildlife conservation commission has published its. 1 march 31 seaward of the 20 fathom break.

Bag limit all species of grouper in the gulf are included in a 4 fish per har vester per day aggregate bag limit in any combina tion of grouper species. All florida coasts atlantic and gulf but not reported from the bahamas. The edges of the second dorsal and anal fins are black. Giant grouper black jewfish garrupa negrita range.

Coloring in black grouper varies but the side of the body typically has rectangular shaped dark grey blotches. This guide outlines a number of key features to look out for when identifying grouper species. Reef fish identification guide. Recreational anglers are encouraged to use electronic charting equipment to plot the 20 fathom break by entering the established coordinates listed on the map below into a route.

The average catch in florida is around half that length weighing between 5 and 20 pounds. They can grow to well over 4 feet and easily top 100 pounds. Found on offshore wrecks and. Several species of gulf grouper red black scamp yellowfin and yellowmouth are closed feb.

One of the largest species of grouper in the atlantic black grouper are loved by commercial crews and recreational anglers alike.