The public is reminded of the following closed seasons for fishing of the following species as mandated by law.

Species                                                               Closed dates

Margate                                                                January 1 – March 31

Red Hind                                                             January 1 – March 31

Nassau Grouper                                                 January 1 – March 31

Turtle                                                                   April 1 – November 30

Lobster                                                                July 31 – October 31

Conch                                                                  August 15 – October 31

Whelk                                                                   August 15 – October 31

Persons are not permitted to catch, sell, offer for sale or buy any of these species during this time.