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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiJuly 29, 2026Miami-Dade

Florida Lobster Mini Season: Rules and Dates

Florida's annual two-day lobster mini season is underway, allowing recreational hunters to catch spiny lobsters before the regular season begins. State wildlife officers are patrolling waters to ensure compliance with size, bag, and safety regulations.

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Why It Matters

Recreational lobster hunters must adhere to specific s and size requirements to avoid fines or legal penalties during the two-day window ending Thursday at 11:59 p.m.

Key Facts

  • The lobster mini season lasts for 48 hours, ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday.
  • The daily bag limit is six lobsters per person in Monroe County and Biscayne National Park.
  • The daily bag limit is 12 lobsters per person in all other Florida waters.
  • All harvested lobsters must meet a minimum legal-size requirement.
  • Any egg-bearing female lobsters must be released immediately.
  • Divers are required to display a dive flag while in the water.
  • Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers are actively patrolling to enforce bag limits, size requirements, and boat safety.
  • The regular lobster season is scheduled to begin on Aug. 6.

Who's Mentioned

locationMonroe County“Area with a specific daily bag limit of six lobsters per person.”organizationFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission“The state agency responsible for enforcing lobster season regulations and safety”locationBiscayne National Park“Area with a specific daily bag limit of six lobsters per person.”