Collecting wild inverts.

F i s h y · Apr 25, 2020

I am interested to hear about anyone that has collected their own inverts for their tanks. I live in Indiana but at some point might like the opportunity to head down to the keys or Caribbean to do some collecting. If that's even legal. Species of interest would be snails, shrimp, and urchins. Who has stories?

Ron Reefman · Apr 26, 2020

Look over this thread and then ask questions. I'll be happy to try and help with sites, equipment and methods (especially for transporting them home). BTW, for the time being (thru May) the Keys are completely closed to nonresidents except for essential deliveries.

Snorkel & Collecting thread: https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/snorkeling-collecting-discussion-group.412414/

PR_nano · Apr 30, 2020

Ron Reefman said:
Snorkel & Collecting thread: https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/snorkeling-collecting-discussion-group.412414/

Thanks saving for reading later.

F i s h y · Apr 30, 2020

@Ron Reefman loved the thread. Definitely great info. I def want to try a trip down south sometime to do some collecting. Never been to Florida or the keys. Did some snorkeling and diving in Belize. Absolutely loved it... would have stayed forever. Paradise on earth.

Ron Reefman · Apr 30, 2020

We visited Belize about 5 years ago and did one day of snorkeling. We found it to be better than local in the Florida Keys, but not by that much.

We do a lot of shallow water snorkeling near shore. We've found 3 or 4 sites with lots of wildlife and easy access. Don't hesitate to ask questions now or when you get ready to visit. The Keys can really be a fun and relaxing place to visit!

BTW, what 'Columbus' do you live in? I spent 20 years living on the NW side of Columbus, Ohio.

F i s h y · Apr 30, 2020

Columbus Indiana lots of corn fields and bean fields here.

tehmadreefer · Apr 30, 2020

I collect since I live by the coast in Florida. I also know the law, you better as well!

F i s h y · Apr 30, 2020

Thats what I've heard. Wouldn't have it any other way. Get my hunting and fishing licenses every year and keep up with all new regs. Also do a fishing trip every year to Minnesota in the boundary waters. Keep up with Minnesota regs to. Would definitely make sure to know whats up down there toooooo...