WPTV is committed to Protecting Paradise. We are focused on environmental issues with a goal of helping to bring awareness to existing problems and search for workable solutions. Have a story idea? Email us at paradise@wptv.com
LEE COUNTY, Fla. -- Florida Fish and Wildlife is encouraging divers, anglers and commercial harvesters to remove the invasive lionfish from our waters.
They say this will limit negative impacts to our native marine life and eco-system.
🌴 SPECIAL COVERAGE: Protecting Paradise 🌴
FWC is encouraging divers to declare year-round “open season”, reminding that fishing licenses are not required and there are no bag limits on lionfish.
The most effective methods of removal are spearing and using a hand-held net.
Just be sure to avoid the venomous spines on their dorsal, pelvic and anal fins.
Declare Open Season on #Lionfish ; fishing license not required when using certain gear & no bag limits: https://t.co/zOQUqriFBv pic.twitter.com/UsC55d1DB7
— MyFWC (@MyFWC) May 2, 2019
