Mississippi’s recreational red snapper season will close Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. After the closure, no red snapper shall be landed or possessed in Mississippi state territorial waters. Anglers should close out any trips as soon as possible so landings information can be compiled by Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) staff.
As a reminder for those fishing this week, one angler per vessel, per trip is required to report through the MDMR Tails n’ Scales system. Anglers are encouraged to report additional information for Gray Triggerfish, Gray Snapper and Cobia while Mississippi’s red snapper season is open.
Marine Patrol officers encountering anglers harvesting or possessing red snapper without a trip authorization number will result in fish confiscation and fines.
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