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25,000 Juvenile Redfish Released to Revive Florida Ecosystem

12/18/2025

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Okaloosa County and Coastal Conservation Association Florida released 25,000 juvenile redfish into Cinco Bayou to address declining Northwest Florida populations.
County Commission Chairman Paul Mixon emphasized the partnership's role in protecting ecosystems.
The redfish measure two to four inches and can reach about 26 inches after roughly three years.
This release marks the third stocking event in Choctawhatchee Bay, supporting marine resources and the recreational fishing community.

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Okaloosa County and Coastal Conservation Association Florida released 25,000 juvenile redfish into Cinco Bayou to address declining Northwest Florida populations.
County Commission Chairman Paul Mixon emphasized the partnership's role in protecting ecosystems.
The redfish measure two to four inches and can reach about 26 inches after roughly three years.
This release marks the third stocking event in Choctawhatchee Bay, supporting marine resources and the recreational fishing community.