Gulf's Big Bluefin Tuna Trophy Hunts Banned for 2025 Season
Published Date: 4/25/2025
Rule
Summary
Starting in 2025, the Gulf of America trophy fishery for big Atlantic bluefin tuna is closed to recreational anglers and charter boats with special permits. This means no catching giant bluefin tuna (73 inches or bigger) for fun in this area. The move helps protect these amazing fish and keeps the ocean healthy for everyone.
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Charter/headboat trophy fishing closed
Starting in 2025, HMS Charter and Headboat permitted vessels fishing recreationally in the Gulf of America may not take trophy Atlantic bluefin tuna. The ban covers bluefin measuring 73 inches (185 cm) curved fork length or greater.
Recreational trophy bluefin ban
Starting in 2025, you cannot catch giant or "trophy" Atlantic bluefin tuna in the Gulf of America if you are a recreational angler. The rule bans taking bluefin tuna that measure 73 inches (185 cm) curved fork length or greater in that area.
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