South Atlantic red snapper fishing rules change to stop overfishing and reduce wasted fish

New rules will change how red snapper fishing is managed in the South Atlantic, from how many fish can be caught to when fishing seasons open. The goal is to stop overfishing and reduce the number of fish caught and thrown back dead.

For years, red snapper populations have been in trouble, partly because too many fish were caught and discarded. These changes mean fishermen will face different limits and seasons, which should help the fish population recover. It also means less wasted fish, which is a direct economic benefit for the fishery and an environmental benefit for the ecosystem.