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Swimming in the ocean is an incredible experience, with astonishing surprises for even the most seasoned divers. Take the goliath grouper, for example — these enormous fish are both awe-inspiring and ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is accepting applications for the 2026 season to catch goliath grouper in state waters. This unique recreational opportunity is possible through ...

Shhhhhhhh. Listen to that. It’s the sound of hundreds of feisty, cow-size fish making sweet, sweet love. Early October is the height of spawning season for goliath grouper, which means the rare ...

What's over 8 feet long and can hit 800 pounds? Did we mention you can grab your fishing pole to catch one? There is a size limitation. Florida FWC accepts applications for limited-harvest of goliath ...

FWC accepting applications now for 2026 goliath grouper harvest. The goliath grouper harvest period opens March 1 and runs through May 31, 2026. The 2026 goliath grouper harvest is limited to 200.