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New legislation for harvesting marine life
The legislation to ban non-Caymanians from harvesting marine life from Cayman’s waters, with the exception of regulated catch-and-release fishing.
Currently, fishing from shore in Cayman’s non-protected areas is legal for everyone and no licensing is required. Certain limitations apply to the take of conch, lobster and whelks, including seasonal restrictions and catch limits.
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Non-Caymanian fishing ban proposed by Cabinet
Cabinet has taken a step towards banning non-Caymanians from fishing in the islands’ waters.
The proposed framework, if advanced by lawmakers, would prohibit non-Caymanians from harvesting any marine life, including fish, conch and lobster.
“This proposal forms part of a broader effort to protect marine biodiversity and preserve fishing resources for Caymanians,” explained a press release on Tuesday from the Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability.
Currently, fishing from shore in Cayman’s non-protected areas is legal for everyone and no licensing is required. Certain limitations apply to the take of conch, lobster and whelks, including seasonal restrictions and catch limits.
