TESTING TRAPS TO TARGET LIONFISH IN THE GULF OF MEXICO AND SOUTH ATLANTIC, INCLUDING WITHIN THE FLORIDA KEYS NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY

Overview

ID #

13245940

Document Type

Programmatic Environmental Assessment

NOAA Office

National Marine Fisheries Service - Southeast Region

Document Status

Complete

Last Updated

10/08/2020

Summary

The PEA analyzes a range of alternatives for testing different trap types and quantities in different locations, with and without bait to target lionfish while avoiding and/or minimizing impacts to non-target species, protected species, and habitats. The PEA analyzes the potential effects of authorizing the various amounts of effort, to guide decision making when applications are received.

Document completed. Noah already sent signed FONSI and final PEA