Florida Administrative Code
68 - FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION
68B - Marine Fisheries
Chapter 68B-28 - SPONGES
Section 68B-28.006 - Restrictions on Gear and Method of Harvest

Universal Citation: FL Admin Code R 68B-28.006

Current through Reg. 50, No. 187; September 24, 2024

(1) Harvest of Commercial Sponge by Hook - A person may use a hook that is 5 inches in width to remove a commercial sponge from Florida Waters. A person may not remove a commercial sponge from Florida Waters with a hook that is larger or smaller than 5 inches in width.

(2) Harvest of Commercial Sponge by Diving - Except as provided in Rule 68B-28.0061, F.A.C., a person may not harvest a commercial sponge from Florida Waters by diving. A person diving for commercial sponges must remove any sponge attached to the bottom by cutting it. Such a person may not remove a commercial sponge by pulling it from the bottom.

Rulemaking Authority Art. IV, Sec. 9, Fla. Const. Law Implemented Art. IV, Sec. 9, Fla. Const.

New 9-1-13.

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