A new Florida rule aimed at protecting diamondback terrapin turtles from drowning in recreational blue crab traps went into effect this month, but advocates said they want the same regulations for ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— A new rule aimed at protecting diamondback terrapin turtles from drowning in recreational blue crab traps will go into effect Wednesday, March 1. The Florida Fish and Wildlife ...

Recreational and commercial blue crab enthusiasts in Florida's Big Bend region can rejoice as the annual blue crab trap closure for Wakulla through Hernando counties is set to end early, with ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— Following nearly two years of advocacy and a petition filed by conservationists and turtle experts, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved a final rule today ...

Delicious, succulent blue crabs are harvested from Florida waters on a seasonal basis. If you have ever watched crab trappers at work, you know what a hard job it is. They pull the trap, unload ...

Of course, Florida has a historic and economically important blue crab fishery, especially on the Gulf Coast. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, it is actually in ...

A new rule that aims to prevent certain turtles from accidentally getting pinned down inside crab traps will soon come into effect in Florida.

Of course, Florida has a historic and economically important blue crab fishery, especially on the Gulf Coast. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, it is actually in ...

In Florida, nearly 25,700 people have recreational crab trap permits for the 2019-20 season: 13,525 for stone crabs and 12,171 for blue crabs. Some are low-income residents who rely on a free meal.

A recreational blue crab trap registration will also be required to use blue crab traps beginning Jan. 1, 2020.