Open season for bluefin tuna

The season for bluefin tuna opens today, and will run to the 25^th of July or until 23 tonnes are landed, whichever comes first.  A second window with a quota of 3 tonnes will open on August 6^th. 

Anglers are reminded of the following:

- Class K licence is required

- Only land tuna weighing over 30kg with a 130cm fork

- Only one fish per licence per day is permitted

- Report and weigh all caught tuna at North Mole station between 9am and 2:30pm)

(Catches landed after 2:30pm must be reported by calling 5402 0033)

All vessels are also required to maintain a minimum of 60 metres from any dolphin or whale while navigating.

For further information you can contact the Department of the Environment on info.environment@gibraltar.gov.gi or tel: 200 71061