Grunion come ashore to spawn along the sandy beaches of southern and Baja California from March for six months. They can be harvested only on specific days to promote population sustainability. During April, May, and June, harvesting is forbidden, while in July and August, capturing by hand is allowed with a fishing license. Observers must focus on capturing males returning to the water and avoid disturbing spawning females. The best times for capturing grunion are during the full and new moons in August, under optimal conditions that encourage them to come ashore.
The grunion run starts in March and continues for six months, but harvesting is permitted only on specific days to allow the fish to successfully spawn and sustain their population.
Grunion come ashore at night during the height of their run in August, particularly on the full and new moons, creating ideal conditions for capturing them.
To catch grunion, no nets are allowed, and you must only use your hands. A fishing license is required for anyone over 16, and you are limited to 30 grunion daily.
To avoid scaring the grunion, remain quiet and keep all lights off while fishing, allowing the females to lay their eggs as far up the shore as possible.
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