Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and South Atlantic - Subpart D - Coral and Coral Reefs of the Gulf of Mexico (50 CFR 622.70-622.77). Country/Territory United States of America Document type Regulation Date 2013 (2015) Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Code of Federal Regulations - Title 50 - Wildlife and Fisheries. Subject Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Fishing authorization Seasons Authorization/permit Ecosystem preservation Coral Offences/penalties Aquatic animals Geographical area Americas, Arctic, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic Abstract This Subpart of Part 622 of the Code of Federal Regulations provides rules for fishing in a coral area and for the taking of aquacultured live rock. The taking of coral for other than scientific purposes is prohibited. Requirements concern record-keeping, permits, use of gear and sale and purchase of live rock. The Regulations also concern adjustment of management measures by the Regional Administrator (RA). Full text English Website www.ecfr.gov