The 2024 Winter Lionfish Throw Down is a tournament aimed at reducing the threat of lionfish to marine ecosystems in Florida. It runs from October 14, 2024, to December 31, 2024, and encourages lionfish hunting in Florida waters to maintain momentum after the summer. Many local dive shops and organizations are supporting the event to raise awareness and protect ocean habitats. This effort is crucial as lionfish invasions affect ecosystems across the Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean.