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Fishing regulations at Matanzas Pass, FL
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Fishing regulations in Florida can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.
Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Mangrove snapper as of May 2nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
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Anglers fishing for reef fish must have a venting tool or descending device rigged and ready to use. Take a short 15‑minute training to learn how to properly use required release gear and access it at a discounted price through returnemright.org.
Lutjanus griseus, Mangrove Snapper
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- Mangrove snapper - 61 members reported to have caught this fish
- Common snook - 45 members reported to have caught this fish
- Sheepshead - 30 members reported to have caught this fish
- @jesusdiaz6458 reported a nice Gag grouper.
- @tcfishfinds reported a nice Gafftopsail sea catfish.
- @Snapperattacker reported a nice Spotted seatrout.
- @tcfishfinds reported a nice Spotted seatrout.
- @tcfishfinds reported a nice Mangrove snapper.
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