How does it work?
Submit lionfish kills to [email protected] or text 340-208-0738 with your full name, the number of lionfish and a photo of the lionfish (if applicable to be added to the leaderboard.
The total will be added to your tally and published to the website for all to see.
The total will be added to your tally and published to the website for all to see.
What if I do not have a zookeeper/Lionfish Containment System?
No worries, after you kill the lionfish, follow standard protocol of piercing the swim bladder (so they don't float to the surface), and place the lionfish into a hole in the reef.
These kills can be added to your submitted total.
These kills can be added to your submitted total.
Is there a Prize?
Bragging rights is the ultimate prize for this competition! No one will be able to claim they're a better hunter than you for the entire year!
Are you keeping track of any other data?
We are mostly interested in the total count removed from our waters. If you feel like you have a submission for the largest or smallest lionfish of the year, we would happily display that data on the website. In order to submit a largest or smallest submission, please photograph the lionfish laid atop a tape measure, and submit the photo along with the listed length and your name to [email protected], or text 340-208-0738.
DO I have to register?
No. No other information is necessary. Submitting your first submission will automatically enter you into the competition.
It is past January 1st, Can I still Participate?
Yes! You may start on any day of the year. While we recommend starting early to give yourself the most time to climb up the leaderboard, there are no restrictions on when to start.
Will Totals from the Lionfish Derby also be counted toward the leaderboard?
Yes! All totals from the 2024 St. Croix Lionfish Derby and the 2024 St. Thomas Lionfish Derby are eligible to be submitted towards your leaderboard totals.
I still have more questions, is there anyone I can ask?
Yes! Please send an email to [email protected] for any additional questions related to the extermination leaderboard.