Lobster Season is open in the Cayman Islands as of December 1, 2023. Cayman Lobster season runs from December 1, 2023-February 28, 2024.
Cayman Lobsters may only be taken from outside marine protected areas, and only spiny lobsters (Panulirus argus) may be taken. Any lobster taken must have a minimum tail length of six inches. There is a take limit during the open season of three spiny lobster per person, per day, or six spiny lobster per boat, per day – whichever is less.
The Law also bans the taking of lobster, and all other marine life except lionfish, while SCUBA diving. Using gloves, a spear or a hook stick to catch lobster is also unlawful at any time. The preferred method of catching lobster is with a snare. Lobster snares, which can be purchased locally, allow users to catch lobster humanely and also allow the harmless release of any undersized lobster. For more, visit the Cayman Islands Department of Environment.
The DoE also asks that individuals catching lobster avoid taking females. Females can be easily identified by having two “toes” on their hind/bottom legs nearest to the tail and will often have a black, slimy substance attached underneath them in the area between their legs.
Do you want to catch some lobster? Include time on your deep-sea or reef fishing trip to snorkel for lobster, instead of a 4 hour trip book a 5, 6 or 8 hour trip.
Check out: do you want to fish and snorkel on the same charter trip
