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New Rule Banning Import of Lionfish to Florida Could be Slippery Slope

Posted on 18 June 2014 by Ret Talbot

The smallest lionfish from the genus Pterois is the Mombasa lionfish (P. mombasae). It reaches a maximum size of 20 cm TL. The largest lionfish from the genus Dendrochirus (aka the dwarf lionfishes) is the zebra turkeyfish (D. zebra). It reaches a … Continue reading →

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Lionfish Proposed Final Rules Set for Vote Today in Florida

Posted on 18 June 2014 by Ret Talbot

Today Florida Fish and Wildlife staff will recommend approving the proposed final rules that prohibit the importation of live lionfish from the genus Pterois, allow persons diving by means of a rebreather to harvest and possess lionfish, and allow the Executive … Continue reading →

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The Story behind Florida’s Efforts to Ban Lionfish Importation

Posted on 7 March 2014 by Ret Talbot

On 4 March, I blogged the basics regarding two identical bills introduced to the Florida Legislature that would ban the importation and aquaculture of lionfish. As with most fisheries issues I cover, this situation is incredibly complex, and I’ve tried … Continue reading →

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