Kingfishes (sea mullet) scoping period begins today
The Division of Marine Fisheries’ scoping period for Kingfishes (sea mullet) begins today, providing fishermen and other stakeholders an opportunity to provide input about stock and fishery issues, and share ideas on management strategies for the scheduled 5-year review of the N.C. Kingfishes Fishery Management Plan (FMP).
The public may provide input in writing or at either of two scheduled public meetings. The scoping period will run through Sept. 30.
There are three species of Kingfishes, commonly called sea mullet or whiting, found in North Carolina waters: Southern, Gulf and Northern. All three species are managed collectively under the Kingfishes FMP.
The DMF will consider input gathered during the scoping period throughout the FMP process and determine if management changes should be considered. If changes are identified, the Division will draft an amendment to the FMP. If no changes are identified, the Division may develop an information update that maintains current management.
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Submit by Mail to: N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries Written comments must be received by 5 p.m. Sept. 30, 2026. | |
Scoping Meetings | |
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DMF Central District Office This meeting will also be livestreamed: A listening location will be available at: |
Wilmington Regional Office This meeting will be in-person only |
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Scoping materials can be found on the Kingfishes Scoping Information webpage. For questions about Kingfishes biology, life history and management please contact: | |
Matthew Doster, Morehead City |
Claire Pelletier, Washington |
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