All species
reef
Nurse Shark
Ginglymostoma cirratum
A docile, bottom-dwelling shark with barbels, found resting under reefs and ledges. A heavy, stubborn pull when hooked.
Where to find them
Reefs, wrecks, ledges, and dock pilings; rests on the bottom by day.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- No statewide size limit
- Bag limit
- 1 per person, 2 per vessel (shark aggregate)
- Season
- Open year-round
Within the recreational shark aggregate; circle hooks required with natural bait.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- No statewide size limit
- Bag limit
- 1 per person, 2 per vessel
- Season
- Open year-round
Same statewide rules.
Top Baits
shrimpcrabcut bait on bottom