The Ministry of Public Works & Environment has reminded fishers that the annual Hind Grounds and Grouper Grounds closure comes into effect on 15 April 2026
Commercial and recreational fishers are reminded that fishing in Bermuda’s Seasonally Protected Areas — known as the “Hind Grounds” and “Grouper Grounds” — will be prohibited from 15 April through 14 August 2026.
The closure is intended to protect spawning Red Hinds and Black Groupers during their breeding season.
Fishers should also note that Extended Closure Areas around important Black Grouper aggregations will remain closed to fishing beyond the seasonal reopening date. While the Seasonally Protected Areas reopen on 15 August 2026, the Extended Closure Areas will remain closed until 1 December 2026.
For more information, contact the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Marine Resources Section at 293-5600 or at fisheries@gov.bm.
Media release supplied by the Government of Bermuda, Ministry of Public Works & Environment.
