South Atlantic Golden Tilefish Longline Fishing Shuts at Quota
Published Date: 10/2/2025
Rule
Summary
Starting in 2025, commercial fishermen using longline gear in the South Atlantic can’t catch golden tilefish once the quota is hit. This closure helps protect the golden tilefish population and keeps the fishery healthy for the future. If you fish commercially with longlines, plan ahead to avoid hitting the limit and facing a shutdown.
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Commercial longline golden tilefish closure
Starting in 2025, commercial fishermen using bottom longline gear in South Atlantic Federal waters must stop harvesting golden tilefish once the 2025 commercial quota for the longline component is reached. If you fish commercially with longlines, this closure will shut down the longline fishery for golden tilefish when the quota is met.
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