Physical description:

Similar to gray snapper.

Biological description:

Similar to gray snapper.

South Atlantic Federal Regulations

(For areas three-200 miles off the coasts of NC, SC, GA, and East Florida)

Commercial:

Limited access permit required.

• 12" TL size limit.
• 2 per person (not to exceed 2 per boat) for fish 30" TL or larger off the coast of Florida.
• Gear restrictions apply.

Recreational:

• 12" TL size limit.
• No more than 2 per person (not to exceed 2 per boat), for fish 30" or larger off the coast of Florida (individually or in combination with black grouper). See updated Recreational Regulations Summary (pdf) on the Regulations by Species Announcements section.
• Gear restrictions apply.