Gulf Anglers Banned from Amberjack Until Summer 2026
Published Date: 9/26/2025
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Summary
Starting September 27, 2025, recreational fishers in the Gulf will have to stop catching greater amberjack until July 31, 2026, because the catch limit was already reached. This temporary closure helps protect the amberjack population and keeps fishing fun for the future. If you love fishing for amberjack, plan ahead and mark your calendar!
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Gulf greater amberjack recreational closure
If you fish recreationally for greater amberjack in the Gulf exclusive economic zone (EEZ), you must stop catching them starting September 27, 2025. The recreational sector will remain closed through July 31, 2026 because the adjusted recreational annual catch target (ACT) for the 2025-2026 fishing year was exceeded to protect the amberjack resource.
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