Jamaica · Spearfishing zone
East Portland Special Fishery Conservation Area
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at East Portland Special Fishery Conservation Area.
No-take fish sanctuary on the northeast coast of Portland, legally gazetted in 2016 under the Fishing Industry Act, managed by the Alligator Head Foundation. Spans ~6 km2 of coastal waters from Folly (west) to Dragon Bay (east), covering coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass beds and deep-water habitat. No fishing (including spearfishing) is permitted.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
18.1803°N, 76.4061°W
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Jamaica
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Apply and register online via the National Fisheries Authority IrieFINS online licensing and registration system, or contact the NFA directly. The Fisheries Act, 2018 requires licences for recreational fishing; persons fishing without a valid licence are liable to penalties.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · fisheries.gov.jm