Saint Vincent and the Grenadines · Spearfishing zone
Canouan Marine Conservation Area
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Canouan Marine Conservation Area.
One of the seven officially designated marine conservation areas of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, listed by the National Parks, Rivers and Beaches Authority. Established under the Fisheries Act (1986)/Wildlife Protection Act. Secondary cruising-law summaries note the east coast of Canouan is among the country's marine protected areas where fishing (including spearfishing) is restricted. Center point placed on Canouan island.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
12.7167°N, 61.3333°W
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This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Visitors must obtain a fishing permit from the Chief Fisheries Officer in Kingstown before fishing. Spearfishing is forbidden to visitors regardless of permit.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · agriculture.gov.vc
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