In past years, Many different types of grouper, including black, red, yellowfin, scamp, yellowmouth, rock hind and red hind were off limits to anglers from Feb. 1 through March 31. Now, the ruling has ...

Offshore anglers new to the fishery need to be aware of a condition known as barotrauma, which is simply the distension of the swim bladder in bottom fish. The problem is most acute in snapper and ...

Sport-fishing groups and federal officials say mandating that offshore anglers carry a simple $12 tool could help sustain red snapper and other fish stocks in the Gulf of Mexico. The U.S. House last ...

It has been a number of years since I've spent any appreciable time bottom fishing. But I enjoy it and jumped at the chance to accompany my son and his friend to a special offshore spot in 90 feet of ...