(Yesterday, 11:27 PM)FCD Wrote:Quote:...Groper are a protected species in some parts.
Yeah, same here now. Heavily restricted open season, very limited areas (to where the fish AREN'T), and all sorts of restrictions on min/max size. It's like you have to carry a regulation book with you anymore to fish them.
Not just the reg book but the latest charts that specify where you are allowed to fish nowadays even in the rivers, inlets or creeks. I just take home what I catch for a feed. But, if the fish is literally hooked and damaged beyond repair what do you do. I won't cut a dying fish off and let it suffer. I'll land it and do something with it. Won't waste it. Even the innards and bones go into my veg garden. Rest I eat or freeze for a meal later.
Kind regards,
Bally)