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Indian River Lagoon and all marine waters of the listed counties
Is the fish you caught here safe to eat? Below is every consumption advisory on file for Indian River Lagoon and all marine waters of the listed counties, by species and size, in plain English — plus what's legal to keep.
1 species with advisories · contaminants: Saxitoxin (puffer fish)
Florida also has statewide guidance
Florida publishes rules that apply to coastals across the state — 65 recommendations covering 27 species — in addition to anything listed for Indian River Lagoon and all marine waters of the listed counties below.
Strictest statewide rule: Crevalle Jack — For women of childbearing age and young children: do not eat due to elevated Mercury.
What's safe to eat from Indian River Lagoon and all marine waters of the listed counties
All Puffer Fish
| Size | Who | Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| All sizes | All other individuals | Do not eat due to elevated Saxitoxin. |
| Women of childbearing age and young children | For women of childbearing age and young children: do not eat due to elevated Saxitoxin. |
Source: official advisory· updated 2026-11-06
Is it legal to keep?
These are Florida's statewide limits — a water-specific rule may override them. Always verify the current regulations before keeping a fish.
| Species | Size | Daily limit | Open season | Keep season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | — | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Black Crappie | — | 25 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Bluegill | — | 50 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Channel Catfish | — | — | Year-round | Same as open |
| Striped Bass | — | 20 | Year-round | Same as open |
Official rules: Florida — Florida FWC
Getting on the water
- Boat ramp boat ramp 1.0 mi Directions
- Marina marina 1.0 mi Directions
- Boat ramp boat ramp 1.2 mi Directions
- Cape Crossing Marina marina 1.2 mi Directions
- Marina marina 1.2 mi Directions
- Boat ramp boat ramp 1.3 mi Directions
Access points from OpenStreetMap contributors.