Conapesca announces six fishing bans in Mexico for September

The National Commission of Aquaculture and Fishing (Conapesca) has announced six fishing bans starting in September across the Mexican states of Baja California, Baja California Sur, Tamaulipas, and Tabasco. These measures aim to protect marine biodiversity and ensure the long-term economic viability of local fishing communities.

Based on technical assessments from the Mexican Institute for Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture Research (IMIPAS), the bans include:

• Abalone (various species): Effective September 1 in Zones II and III of Baja California Sur until January 31, 2027. • Chocolate clam: Effective September 1 until December 31 in the Bahía Magdalena-Almejas lagoon system, Baja California Sur. • Mullet (Lisa) and Liseta: Effective September 1 until November 10 in Laguna Madre, Tamaulipas.

During September, fishing remains permitted for species such as gulf curvina, catfish, rock oyster, tilapia, lobster, blue crab, and Gulf shrimp. Conapesca has provided a dedicated telephone number to report illegal fishing activities.