NMFS has determined that the 1996 Atlantic bluefin tuna (ABT) Angling category quota for fish between 47 inches (119 cm) and 73 inches (185 cm) has been reached. Therefore, landing large school and small medium ABT under the Angling category is prohibited effective at 11:30 p.m. on March 17, 1996. This action is being taken to prevent overharvest of this category.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration