If an angler believes they have caught a state record fish, they should check the current state records listed below. Next, weigh the fish on a scale, take clear photos of the fish with the scale weight legible, and be prepared to text or email the photos for initial verification. Keep native species in a well-aerated livewell. This is encouraged to promote conservation of these large, rare individuals. If the fish is no longer alive, the angler can keep the fish in a cooler on ice and remove the drain plug.
These methods will ensure the fish maintains a weight similar to the time of the catch. To properly certify a new Florida state record, an FWC biologist must identify the fish species, and an FWC employee — usually but not necessarily the same individual — must witness its weighing on a certified scale. Obtaining a valid fishing license is the only step needed to enjoy all the fishing Florida offers.
There are many options to purchase licenses. The most convenient way for most people is online, whether on the FWC website or through their app. Another option is in person at many different retail stores located throughout the state. You can click on the picture of the 5-year fishing license above and go to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and get your fishing license online for whatever date you will be fishing.
You can call the toll FREE number at any time, even the morning you go fishing to get your license. Florida Fishing and hunting licenses and permits are available at many retail locations throughout the state. Local retail locations include bait and tackle shops , sporting goods stores, gun shops, and department stores.
This method does keep you from paying an online or phone convenience fee with the other two options. The most common places to get your fishing licenses and permits in person are Walmart Supercenter or Bass Pro Shops. Even those only practicing catch and release still need a fishing license. All non-residents over 16 need a standard non-resident license. Renew or Pay Online. Search Records. Schedule Appointment. Florida residents and visitors are required , unless otherwise exempt, to hold a license for hunting and fishing in the state of Florida.
Catches must follow program rules and fishing regulations. On Jan. Catches for these newly-added species must be made on or after Jan. Species that pose a problem of identity require determination by a qualified fisheries biologist. Photographs must be submitted clearly showing the weight on the scale, the rod and reel used to make the catch, the angler with their catch and a full-length side-view of the fish for identification purposes.
Record recipients receive a certificate, decal and custom ink fish print courtesy of Fish Print Shop. State laws prohibit false claims or fraud when claiming prizes. To participate in Florida's Saltwater Angler Recognition Programs, all fish must be caught by the angler being recognized in accordance with the Florida saltwater recreational fishing regulations at the time of the catch. This includes, but is not limited to, the angler being properly licensed or using an approved exemption, as well as using legal gear and fishing in saltwater where the angler has legal access.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission FWC maintains state records for the heaviest marine fishes caught in Florida state waters or in federal waters extending directly outward of Florida state waters in all-tackle and fly-fishing categories. All-tackle is any gear that can be legally used to recreationally harvest a species.
Fly-fishing tackle is gear made specifically for casting light artificial flies in which the rod is designed to use the weight of the line in order to cast.
Catches made in federal waters must also follow regulations for federal Gulf of Mexico water s or federal South Atlantic water s. Therefore, new records for some species may not be attainable at this time.
Photographs must accompany all record applications. Applications without photographs will not be accepted. To qualify for a record, photographs must be submitted clearly showing the following:. Submitted photographs may be used in FWC materials and should show anglers using proper fish handling techniques and wearing personal floatation devices when aboard vessels.
Saltwater record-holders receive a certificate of accomplishment signed by the Director of FWC Marine Fisheries Management, a prize pack, recognition in various publications and a custom ink fish print to memorialize their catch courtesy of Fish Print Shop. Skip to main content. Saltwater Fishing Record Application. Expand All Collapse All. All submitted fish must have been caught by the angler applying for recognition.
After a catch has been submitted by an angler and approved by staff it cannot be used to qualify a different angler for recognition.
Fish can be either caught and released or legally harvested for these programs. All harvest of fish must comply with current regulations. Florida Saltwater Recreational Fishing Regulations may be found online or by calling An undersized or out-of-season fish can qualify, as long as they are promptly and safely released and not harvested as evidenced by submitted photos.
Any past catches that meet the requirements are eligible, as long as the required photos and documentation are provided. FWC reserves the right to deny any application to the Saltwater Angler Recognition Programs and can change these rules at any time without notice.
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