Ocean Conservancy Statement: Longer Red Snapper Seasons Could Allow Overfishing 48% Above the Sustainable Limit
September 24, 2026
September 24, 2026
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Ocean Conservancy issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
STATEMENT: Longer Red Snapper Seasons Could Allow Overfishing 48% Above the Sustainable Limit
Proposed Seasons Are Likely Illegal and Unsustainable
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WASHINGTON - Yesterday, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) announced 14-day recreational fishing seasons for red snapper in Florida, Georgia, and South Caro . . .
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September 22, 2026
STATEMENT: Longer Red Snapper Seasons Could Allow Overfishing 48% Above the Sustainable Limit
Proposed Seasons Are Likely Illegal and Unsustainable
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WASHINGTON - Yesterday, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) announced 14-day recreational fishing seasons for red snapper in Florida, Georgia, and South Caro . . .