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Originally Posted by ghoti I also live on Gulf Coast, but I am Scuba certified. The link provided above gives the best guidance on tropical collection in Florida. You should also check w/ local office to see if there are any areas with collection restrictions (Usually State Parks or Rec Areas)...

Originally Posted by Fuax bayoubasin I am a retired Fla Deputy Sheriff (part of my time was on the Sheriff's Marine unit . You can not put out personal traps to catch tropicals. I have a website addy for you as well as a cut and paste that I took from the FWC web site...

Got it, thanks. I did go online and did a search for fish traps, there are quite a few available from many different materials. and for trapping many different sizes of fish. There is also a good DIY design with a 2 liter bottle for use in an acquarium, and I could see that design being used...

yes, I had read your replies regarding catching only what you will keep, and the issues of comingling species from different bodies of water, thank you. Still have seen or heard of such traps?

I am new to SW tanks. I had FW tanks for years when younger. I live on the Gulfcoast of FL, and I would like to catch fish from the wild, but am not a SCUBA person. Has anyone had success with a fish trap set out and left for a day or so? If so what type? Where did you get them, or how did...