Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife FISHING RULE CHANGE
WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091

February 2, 2011

Aggregate bottomfish limit reduced from 15 to 12 off Washington coast

Action: It is unlawful for any person to retain or possess more than 12 bottomfish species for personal use per day. The 12 fish in the aggregate limit of all species and species groups of bottomfish may include no more than 2 cabezon per person per day in addition to current daily sub limits for rockfish (10) and lingcod (2).

Effective date: Immediately

Species affected: All bottomfish species

Location: Marine Areas 1, 2, 3 and Marine Area 4 west of the Bonilla-Tatoosh line.

Reason for action: This rule conforms to federal action taken by the Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC).

Information contact: Heather Reed, (360) 249-4628 ext. 202