Closed Season Lookup
No-take periods by species (Korea)
Closed Season Lookup
Closed period
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※ Korea Fishery Resources Management Act, Table 1 (as of 2026-01-01). Some periods are set annually by notice and vary by region/gear. Verify before fishing.
Full closed-season list
⚠️ This information is a reference based on Korea's Fishery Resources Management Act (Enforcement Decree, as of 2026-01-01). These rules are revised frequently and have many exceptions by region, fishing method and catch ratio, so actual enforcement may differ. Keeping undersized fish or fishing during a closed season may be subject to penalties, so always verify the latest notices from NIFS / MOF / local authorities. calcstool.com assumes no liability for any legal or financial consequence arising from this information.
FAQ
What is a closed season?
A period when catching a species is banned to protect stocks, usually during spawning. Fishing then is subject to penalties.
Does it change yearly?
Some are fixed, but species like blue crab and mackerel have periods set annually by government notice. Check before you go.
Does it vary by region?
Yes. The same species can have different periods by province and gear. Snow crab, for example, varies across East Sea zones.
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