Lobster Fishing Season to Close on February 28th

The Fisheries Department has announced that the 2024-2025 Caribbean spiny lobster (Panulirus argus) fishing season will officially close on February 28, 2025, in accordance with Statutory Instrument No. 126 of 2024. The annual closed season runs from March 1 to June 30, aligning with regional regulations established by the Organization for Central American Fisheries and Aquaculture Sector (OSPESCA).

During this period, the possession of lobster is strictly prohibited, and violators will face prosecution under Belize’s Fisheries Resources Act. Fishers are also required to remove all lobster traps from fishing grounds before the closure, as enforcement measures will be in place to ensure compliance.

The Fisheries Department urges the public to report any illegal fishing activity by calling 224-4552 or emailing fisheries_department@fisheries.gov.bz.