NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of America, and South Atlantic: 2025 Commercial Closure for Gag in the South Atlantic
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Summary
This regulation closes commercial fishing for gag fish in the South Atlantic starting in 2025 to help protect the fish population from overfishing. The closure means commercial fishermen will not be allowed to catch and sell gag fish in this region for a period of time.
Key Points
- 1Commercial fishermen are banned from catching and selling gag fish in South Atlantic waters during 2025
- 2The closure is intended to allow the gag fish population to recover from being overfished
- 3This affects fishing businesses and seafood suppliers who normally catch and sell gag fish in the South Atlantic
- 4Consumers may see gag fish become less available or more expensive at seafood markets
- 5The regulation is temporary and will be reviewed to determine if the fish population has recovered enough to reopen fishing
Key Dates
Published
December 1, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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