CFMC
UPDATES
MARCH 2026
The Caribbean Fishery Management Council (CFMC) newsletter contains activity announcements, facts on various marine species, and valuable information on fishing and the regulations that govern this activity in federal waters around Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
DESCENDING DEVICE IT 'S OFFICIAL! The descending device requirement will be effective from April 1, 2026.
What is required? It is required that ALL fishers have a descending device ready for use on each fishing vessel when fishing or pin possession of reef fish species managed by the CFMC in federal waters around Puerto Rico, St. Thomas/St. John and St. Croix.
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Photo: Raúl O. Ortiz, Burracas / CFMC
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