Effective immediately, all fishing of any type was prohibited in both the Nucleus Zones and Buffer Zones; no fishing is allowed within 12 miles of the islands. They have a small base on Socorro Island and handle conservation enforcement of the region … but appreciates all the extra eyes they can get. The most comprehensive biological collections were obtained at this time. Liveaboard diving in the Socorro Islands offers divers Mexican Pacific diving at it's best. Of course, you can still use the full version of Go-Newmexico on your mobile device just as you can on your desktop. As his reply, Capt. email us, info@caboyachtexcursions.com There is a long list of natural wonders you are nearly guaranteed to see. More rare than orcas this was a treat that only circumstance and timing can offer up. It is the largest of the four islands of the Revillagigedo Archipelago. Some are threatened due to the presence of feral cats. Get InsideHook in your inbox. Anglers 11 years of age and younger do not need a fishing license. [5], Being the largest of the Revillagigedo Islands and closer to mainland than Clarion, Socorro sports a rich array of endemic taxa, mainly plants and landbirds as well as lizards. google_color_link = "0000FF"; The present status of these birds is not well known, and they presumably have suffered from cat predation. Our safety stops were a hot ticket item for silky sharks, a more curious member of the species, which sometimes needed a gentle reminder to keep their distance. All people 12 years or older must have on their person a current New Mexico fishing license while fishing in New Mexico. Or, would like to reserve a personal charter? Humpback whales arrive in winter, December to April, and sometimes orcas make an appearance simultaneously to stalk the calves. Again, reminded that I was not in an amusement park, I turned to find a good-sized silky shark a little too interested in my presence. The Mexican Navy's lonely outpost perched above the life-filled waters of Isla Socorro. That much is quite clear. The marine reserve is the largest in North America and covers more than 57,000 square miles. In the scientific community, it’s renowned as a jackpot for studying the migratory behavior of big ocean-going animals like manta rays, whales, and sharks. [14], Brickellia peninsularis var. Resident anglers age 70 and older need a Free Fishing License. Your other, SAGARPA boat fishing permit only allows you to fish in general Mexican waters, not restricted waters, such as inside a Biosphere Reserve. The area fished is the Revilla Gigedos Island group, which is made up of San Benedicto, Socorro and Clarion Islands, Roca Partida with an occasional trip to Hurricane Bank (Shamada Seamount). if(('Socorro, New Mexico - Fishing').indexOf($(this).find(".travelPlannerTT h5.featured").html()) == 0){ Breakfast, lunch, beer, sodas, bottle water, bait, fishing licenses, all included full service. Socorro Island is the emerged summit of a massive, predominately submarine shield volcano. Enjoy a beautiful day on the water with the Humpback whales, Grey whales and several other species that frequent the waters off of Cabo San Lucas. Directly behind the sense of wonder is a small voice always reminding us that we are visitors to a marvelous and unforgiving place. Great way to test your sea legs and try your luck on the high seas. Let them know you see them, and for God’s sake don’t go swimming into a bait ball full of feeding sharks for a good shot. "), MEXICO FISHING INFO       MEXICO FISHING INFO       "WEEKLY MEXICO FISHING NEWS"       FISH PHOTO GALLERY,