Spot shrimp fishing is officially open today between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife had previously announced the legal recreational fishing day for the popular prawns in marine areas 8-1, 8-2 and 9 — all of the waters surrounding Whidbey Island.

Another day is set for Wednesday, May 13.

The daily limit is 80 spot shrimp and a valid 2015-16 license with shellfish endorsement is required.

Halibut fishing also opens soon around Whidbey. May 8-9, 15-16, 21-24 and 28-30 are the dates selected for halibut angling in marine areas 8 and 9. The daily limit for the big bottom feeders is one fish with no minimum size restriction.