Guam bottomfish catch limit rises to 34,500 pounds and in-season closures end
The yearly catch limit for bottomfish in federal waters around Guam rises from 31,000 to 34,500 pounds. Instead of closing the fishery mid-season, any amount by which the 3-year average catch tops the limit is cut from the limit for the season after.
Who it affects
Bottomfish fishers in federal waters around Guam
When
This rule takes effect on November 2, 2026.
- : Published in the Federal Register
- : This rule takes effect
Official text
FR Doc. 2026-20140: Pacific Island Fisheries; Annual Catch Limit and Accountability Measures for Mariana Bottomfish Management Unit Species in the Guam Management Subarea
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