Florida Saltwater Fish Limits [2023]: Top 50 Game Fish
You finally got a fish on your line! You reel it in, unsure if it’s too small or how many you can keep. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
Here is a list of the Florida saltwater fish size limits, including the most popular game fish and a quick rundown of the fishing regulations for recreational saltwater fishing in Florida.
This article will cover:
- Florida saltwater size limit definitions
- List of Florida game bag and size limits
- Florida saltwater fishing license requirements
- License-free fishing days
- Overview of the Fish Rules App
Let’s have a closer look and continue reading to find out more!
This material is for recreational fishing only and does not apply to commercial or guided fishing.
Florida Saltwater Fish Limit Definitions
Saltwater fishing size limits are designed to maintain optimum yields for recreational anglers statewide. In Florida saltwater fishing, bag limits are established and bagged by species and, in some cases, size restrictions.
Each is regulated and enforced by the Florida Parks And Wildlife Commission. Anglers are subject to fines for fishing and conservation violations.
- Bag limit – The maximum number of fish a person may catch in one day or per period. It’s usually limited to per person, per day, and on rare occasions, it includes a daily vessel limit.
- Minimum size limit – The saltwater fishing regulations state that the fish must be larger than a certain size to be taken. These rules allow fish to reach a size where they can reproduce before being harvested.
- Slot limit – Slot limits are similar to the minimum size restriction in that there is both a maximum and minimum size limit, and only fish that fit within the slot, may be taken. This classification helps developing young fish mature while also shielding larger spawning fish.
- Season – Times of year open or closed to saltwater fishing for a certain species. A closed season is used to protect fish from harvest during sensitive times of the year, such as spawning periods or times of heavy fishing.
Reef Fishing Regulations
Reef species are all highly prized by anglers. They include king mackerel, grouper, and snapper. The license to catch these is a saltwater license with reef endorsement.
Observing these reef regulations apply in federal waters and state waters is required for fishing from all vessels.
Gulf Of Mexico
When saltwater fishing recreationally with hook and line gear on the Gulf of Mexico’s reef, fishing regulations require that you use de-hooking equipment. All persons aboard a boat harvesting reef fish using natural baits must utilize non-stainless steel, non-offset circle hooks.
Atlantic Ocean
Recreational and commercial fishers targeting reef fish must use dehooking equipment when hook and line fishing. Non-stainless steel and non-offset circle hooks are required.
All Prohibited Fish Species
We have the list of prohibited species conveniently listed here for you. Possessing fish caught of these species is illegal, and harvesting these species is strictly prohibited. There are associated fines for violations.
- Prohibited Harvest Species: Goliath Grouper (Jewfish), Nassau Grouper, Sawfish, Atlantic Angel Shark, Basking Shark, Bigeye Sand Tiger Shark, Bigeye Sixgill Shark, Bigeye Thresher Shark, Bignose Shark, Caribbean Reef Shark, Caribbean Sharpnose Shark, Dusky Shark, Galapagos Shark, Lemon Shark, Longfin Mako Shark, Narrowtooth Shark, Night Shark, Silky Shark, Sand Tiger Shark, Sandbar Shark, Sevengill Shark, Sixgill Shark, Smalltail Shark, Spiny Dogfish, Whale Shark, White Shark, Tiger Shark, Greater, Scalloped and Smooth Hammerhead Shark, Manta Ray, Devil Ray, Spotted Eagle Ray, Longbill Spearfish, Mediterranean Spearfish, Sturgeon
- Daily Bag: 0, catch and release only; harvest prohibited.
All Unregulated Fish Species
These are not regulated by size or bag limits. However, it is illegal to harvest and/or possess these fish in Florida state waters without a license.
- Unregulated species include Ladyfish, bonito, menhaden, white grunt, southern stingray, gulf kingfish (whiting), pinfish, Atlantic croaker, jack crevalle, cero mackerel, hardhead catfish, gaff-topsail catfish, and lionfish.
- No bag or minimum size limit
Florida Game Fish List And The Minimum Size Limit
The following list includes all bag limits and minimum sizes. It is noted that there are different state regulations for Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico waters. Otherwise, ‘state’ is indicated.
Occasionally, there are county-level restrictions that are also noted. Daily vessel limits are indicated where enforced.
Regulations For Other States
Regarding saltwater fishing regulations, it’s not just Texas and Florida that have their own rules. Other states like Alabama, Virginia, and Louisiana also have specific regulations to keep in mind, such as Alabama’s saltwater fish species regulations, Virginia’s fishing regulations, Massachusetts’s Saltwater Fishing Regulations, and Louisiana’s saltwater fish limits.
How to Measure Fish According to Florida Saltwater Fishing Size Limits
To measure fish according to Florida saltwater fishing size limits, anglers should measure the fish from the tip of the nose to the end of the tail (total length). Alternatively, depending on the species, from the tip of the nose to the fork in the tail (fork length). It is important to use a measuring device that is accurate and approved by the FWC.
Fork Length vs. Total Length
Two methods used to measure fish are fork length and the total length, and they differ in what parts of the fish they include in the measurement.
Anglers measure fork length from the tip of the fish’s snout to the center point of the tail’s fork, typically used for fish with forked tails, such as tuna or swordfish.
In contrast, anglers measure the total length from the snout’s tip to the tail’s end, commonly used for fish with a round or square tail, like red snapper or grouper.
The main difference between fork length and total length is that fork length measures only a portion of the fish’s tail, while total length includes the full length.
2023 Recreational Aggregate Bag Limits By Species
Fish Species | State | Gulf | Atlantic |
---|---|---|---|
Grouper | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Snapper | 10 | 10 | 1 |
Reef Fish | 20 | 20 | 3 |
Other | 2 | 5 | 1 |
Amberjack, Greater (Greater Amberjack)
- Atlantic / Gulf Daily Limit: one fish per person per day
- Atlantic Min Length: 28-inch fork length
- Gulf Min Length: 34-inch fork length
Amberjack, Lesser & Banded Rudderfish
- Atlantic / Gulf Daily Limit: 5 aggregate for both species
- Atlantic / Gulf Minimum size limit: 14-inch fork length
- Atlantic / Gulf Maximum size limit: 22-inch fork length
Barracuda, Great
- Regulated locations: Collier, Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and Martin counties
- Regulated Daily Limit: 2 per harvester per day; 6 per vessel with one oversize allowed
- Other Daily Limit: Zero daily bag
- Regulated Minimum Size Limit: 15 inches
- Regulated Maximum Size Limit: 36 inches
- Other Length: None
Blue Runner
- State Daily Limit: 100 per person
- Min Length: No limit
Bluefish
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact whether live or dead
- Atlantic Daily Limit: 3 per person
- Gulf Daily Limit: 10 (includes Monroe County)
- Min Length: 12-inch fork length
Bonefish
- Daily Limit: 0, catch and release only; harvest prohibited live or dead
- Hook and line only. Spearing Prohibited
Cobia (Ling)
- Atlantic / Daily Limit: one fish per person; 6 daily vessel limit
- Gulf Daily Limit: one fish per person; 2 daily vessel limit
- Atlantic / Gulf Min Length: 33-inch fork length
Dolphinfish (Mahi-Mahi)
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact whether live or dead
- Atlantic / Gulf Daily Limit: 10 per angler; 60 daily vessel limit
- Atlantic Min Length: 20-inch fork length
- Gulf Min Length: None
Drum, Black (Black Drum)
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- Atlantic / Gulf Daily Limit: 5 per person
- Atlantic / Gulf Min Length: 14 inches total length
- Atlantic / Gulf Max Length: 24 inches (May possess one oversize)
Drum, Red (Red Fish, Bull Red)
- Fishing regulations state fish must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact whether live or dead
- NE Zone Daily Limit: 2 per person
- NW and S Zone Daily Limit: one per person
- Off Water Daily Limit: 6 per person
- Manatee County: Catch and release; harvest prohibited
- Min Length: 18 inches total length
- Max Length: 27 inches total length
- Gigging, spearing, snatching prohibited.
- Harvest in Federal waters prohibited.
Learn more about the size limits and regulations for Florida redfish to ensure responsible fishing and conservation.
Flounder
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- State Daily Limit: 5 per person, (zero daily from Oct 16 – Nov 30, Closed season)
- State Min Length: 14 inches total length
- May be harvested by spearing. Snatching prohibited.
2023 Combined Recreational Grouper Aggregate Bag
Grouper Variety | State | Gulf | Atlantic |
---|---|---|---|
Aggregate Bag Limit | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Gag | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Red | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Black | 4 | 4 | 1 |
Coney | 4 | 0 | 3 |
Graysby | 4 | 0 | 3 |
Misty | 4 | 0 | 3 |
Red Hind | 4 | 0 | 3 |
Rock Hind | 4 | 0 | 3 |
Scamp | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Snowy | 4 | 4 | 1 per vessel |
Yellowedge | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Yellowfin | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Yellowmouth | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Speckled Hind | 1 per vessel | 1 per vessel | Closed |
Warsaw | 1 per vessel | 1 per vessel | Closed |
Grouper, Black
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- All Min Length: 24 inches total length
- See grouper aggregate bag limit
Group, Gag
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- All Min Length: 24 inches total length
- See grouper aggregate bag limit
Grouper, Red
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- Atlantic / Gulf Min Length: 20 inches
- See grouper aggregate bag limit
Grouper, Scamp
- Atlantic / State Min Length: 20 inches
- Gulf / State Min Length: 16 inches
- See grouper aggregate bag limit
Grouper, Snowy
- Atlantic / Gulf Min Length: None
- See grouper aggregate bag limit
Grouper, Warsaw / Speckled Hind
- Atlantic / Gulf Min Length: None
- See grouper aggregate bag limit
Grouper, Yellowfin / Yellowmouth
- All Min Length: 20 inches
- See grouper aggregate bag limit
Grouper, Coney / Graysby / Misty / Red Hind / Rock Hind / Snowy / Yellowedge
- All Min Length: None
- See grouper aggregate bag limit
Hogfish
- Atlantic Daily Limit: 1 person, (open season May-Oct, Monroe County restriction)
- Gulf Daily Limit: 5 per person
- Atlantic Min Length: 16-inch fork length
- Gulf Min Length: 14-inch fork length
Mackerel, King (King Mackerel )
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- Atlantic Daily Possession Limit: 2 per person (excludes Monroe County)
- Gulf Daily Possession Limit: 3 per person (includes Monroe County)
- Min Length: 24-inch fork length
Mackerel, Spanish (Spanish Mackerel)
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- State Daily Possession Limit: 15 per person
- State Min Length: 12 inches
Marlin, Blue
- State Daily Possession Limit: 1 per person for Billfish aggregate bag limit
- State Min Length: 99 inches
Marlin, White
- State Daily Possession Limit: 1 per person for Billfish aggregate bag limit
- State Min Length: 66 inches
Mullet, Striped / Black & Silver
- Daily Limit: 50; 100 per vessel Feb – Aug; 50 per vessel Sept – Jan
- Min Length: No limit
Permit
- Special Permit Zone Daily Limit: 1; 2 daily vessel limit
- Other Daily Limit: 2
- Special Permit Zone Min Length: 22-inch fork length
- Other minimum size limit: 11 inches
- Other maximum size limit: 22 inches
- Spearing, snatching prohibited
Pompano, African
- State Daily Limit: 2 per angler; 2 per vessel total
- State Min Length: 24-inch fork length
- Spearing Prohibited
Pompano, Florida (Florida Pompano)
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- Line and hook gear, cast net and beach, or haul seine ONLY, spearing prohibited
- State Daily Limit: 6
- State Min Length: 11-inch fork length
Red Porgy
- Atlantic Daily Limit: 3
- Gulf Daily Limit: 100 pounds
- Atlantic Min Length: 14 inches
- Gulf Min Length: None
Sailfish
- State Daily Limit: 1 for Billfish aggregate bag limit
- State Min Length: 63 inches
Sea Bass, Black
- Atlantic Daily Limit: 7
- Gulf Daily Limit: 100 pounds
- Atlantic Min Length: 13 inches
- Gulf Min Length: 10 inches
Seatrout, Spotted (Speckled Trout)
Daily Bag:
- Fishing regulations state spotted seatrout must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact.
- 3 per person per day: W.P. Zone (Closed Feb)
- 5 per person per day: B.B. Zone
- 3 per person per day: S. Zone
- 2 per person per day: C.E. Zone (Closed Nov – Dec)
- 5 per person per day: N.E. Zone
- State Minimum Size Limit: 15 inches
- State Maximum Size Limit: 19 inches; 1 over 19 inches per vessel
- Spearing Prohibited
Shark, Atlantic Sharpnose, Blacknose, Blacktip, Bonnethead
- Requirements: Hook and line only; Shorebased fishing course and permit
- Daily Limit: 1 (only 1 in combination with all shark species) or 2 daily vessel limit
- Minimum Length: None
Shark, Blue, Bull, Common Thresher, Nurse, Oceanic Whitetip, Porgeagle, Spinner
- Requirements: Hook and line gear only; Shorebased fishing course and permit
- Bag Limit: 1 (only 1 in combination with all shark species) or 2 per vessel
- Minimum Length: 54-inch fork length
Shark, Shortfin Mako
- Requirements: Line and hook gear only; Shorebased fishing course and permit
- Bag Limit: 1 (only 1 in combination with all shark species) or 2 per vessel
- Minimum Length: 83-inch fork length
Sheepshead
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- State Daily Limit: 8; 50 per vessel during March and April
- State Min Length: 12 inches
2023 Combined Recreational Snapper Aggregate Bag
Snapper Variety | State | Gulf | Atlantic |
---|---|---|---|
Aggregate Bag Limit | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Red | 2 | 2 | Closed |
Black | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Blackfin | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Cubera | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Gray | 5 | 10 | 10 |
Lane | 100 lbs | 20 * | 10 |
Mutton | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Queen | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Schoolmaster | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Silk | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Vermillion | 10 | 10 | 5 |
Wenchman | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Yellowtail | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Snapper, Black, Blackfin, Queen, Silk, Wenchman
- Atlantic / Gulf / State Min Length: No limit
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Snapper, Cubera
- Atlantic / Gulf Min / State Length: 12 inches
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Snapper, Gray (Mangrove)
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- State Min Length: 10 inches
- Atlantic / Gulf Min Length: 12 inches
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Discover the size limits and regulations for Florida’s mangrove snapper to ensure a responsible and enjoyable fishing experience.
Snapper, Lane (Lane Snapper)
- Atlantic / Gulf / State Min Length: 8 inches
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Snapper, Mutton
- Atlantic / Gulf / State Min Length: 18 inches
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Snapper, Red (Red Snapper)
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- Atlantic Min Length: 20 inches
- Gulf Min Length: 16 inches
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Snapper, Schoolmaster
- State / Gulf Min Length: 10 inches
- Atlantic Min Length: None
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Snapper, Vermilion
- Atlantic / State Min Length: 12 inches
- Gulf / State Min Length: 10 inches
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Snapper, Yellowtail, Dog, Mahogany
- Atlantic / Gulf / State Min Length: 12 inches
- See snapper aggregate bag limit
Snook
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- State Daily Limit: 1
- Atlantic Minimum Size Limit: 28 inches (excludes Monroe County)
- Atlantic Maximum Size Limit: 32 inches (excludes Monroe County)
- Gulf Minimum Size Limit: 28 inches (includes Monroe County)
- Gulf Maximum Size Limit: 33 inches (includes Monroe County)
- Fishing regulations state Snook permit required
- Snook permit required for harvest when saltwater license required.
- Snatch hooks and spearing prohibited
Learn more about the Florida Snook Size Limits and learn how to comply with the regulations for a responsible fishing experience.
Spearfish, Roundscale
- State Daily Limit: 1 for Billfish aggregate bag limit
- State Min Length: 66 inches
Swordfish
- State Daily Limit: 1 per angler; 6 per vessel
- State Min Length: 47-inch fork length
- Spearing Prohibited
Tarpon
- State Annual Limit: 1 per harvester per day/vessel per year
- Atlantic Length: Between 28 – 32 inches (excludes Monroe County)
- Gulf Length: Between 28 – 33 inches (includes Monroe County)
- Fishing regulations state Tarpon permit tag required ($50); 40+ inches must stay in water for catch and release; harvest prohibited
- Spearing, Snatching Prohibited
Tilefish, Blueline
- Atlantic Daily Limit: 3 (Open season May 1st – July 25, 2022)
- Gulf Daily Limit: 100 pounds or 2 per harvester per day(Year-round)
- Min Length: None
- Fishing regulations state: Member of the Atlantic grouper / tilefish aggregate bag limit
Tilefish, Golden
- Atlantic Daily Limit: 1 per harvester (Open season May 1st – July 25, 2022)
- Gulf Daily Limit: 100 pounds or 2 per harvester (Year-round)
- Min Length: None
- Fishing regulations state: Member of the Atlantic grouper / tilefish aggregate bag limit
Tripletail
- State Daily Limit: 2 per harvester; 10 per vessel
- State Min Length: No limit
- Fishing regulations state: Hook and line gear only; no snatch hooks
- Spearing Prohibited
Triggerfish, Gray
- Atlantic Daily Limit: 1 per harvester
- Gulf Daily Limit: 10
- Atlantic Min Length: 12-inch fork length
- Gulf Min Length: 15-inch fork length
Tuna, Blackfin
- State Daily Limit: 2 per harvester
- State Min Length: 18 inches
- Fishing regulations state: Hook and line only; no snatch hooks
Wahoo
- State Daily Limit: 2 per harvester
- State Min Length: None
Weakfish
- Fishing regulations state it must remain in whole condition until landed ashore heads and tails intact
- Nassau County Daily Limit: 1 per harvester
- Other Daily Limit: 100 pounds
- Nassau County Min Length: 12 inches
- Other Min Length: None
- Spearing Prohibited
Why Do We Have a Limit of How Much Fish We Can Catch Each Day?
In Florida, state regulations require a strict minimum size limit and bag limit on a daily basis because it aids in the growth and survival of the species. There are occasional differences between the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.
It also aids Florida fish in developing and reproducing more successfully by allowing them to grow and reproduce at their optimum rate.
We want to be excellent caretakers of the fishing grounds and ensure that there are enough fish for future generations of fishermen.
Saltwater Fishing License Information
To saltwater fish in the Florida waters, a saltwater license is required.
There are several different license options available for residents and non-residents of Florida to choose from, which cover both fresh water and saltwater fish. The license you need depends on what type of angling activity you will be doing during your trip as well as if you want to target specific types
There are optional permits and tags for Snook and Tarpon for an additional cost. Free permits are required by state regulations when fishing on the shoreline, reef, and shark fishing.
Florida residents under the age of 8 are exempt. Residents who are at least 65 years old or between the ages of 8 and 17 are discounted.
Florida Saltwater License Prices (2022)
- Resident: $17 / year
- Resident Five-Year: $79
- Resident Lifetime: $301.50
- Resident Youth (8 – 15 years): $17 / year
- Resident 65 years and older: $17 / year
- Annual Saltwater Shoreline Permit: No-Cost
- State Reef Fish Angler Designation: No-Cost and required for 16 year+ anglers for reef fishing from a private vessel
- Annual Shore-based Shark Fishing Permit: No-Cost
- Snook Permit (All ages): $10 / year; $50 / 5-year, residents only
- Tarpon Tag (All ages): $51.50 / year; available at tax collector’s offices only
- Non Resident 3-Day: $17
- Non Resident 7-Day: $30
- Non Resident: $47 / year
Florida Fishing License Order Information
You can find additional fishing license pricing information and order online at the official website of the Florida Parks and Wildlife Department.
Take Advantage Of License-Free Fishing Days
License-free fishing days allow people who don’t yet have a license to fish to take their kids fishing or introduce a friend to the sport without buying one. License-exempt anglers must observe bag and size limits.
All recreational anglers – including both residents and non-residents – are eligible for the exemption on these days.
License Free Fish Days Calendar
- First consecutive Saturday and Sunday in June
- First Saturday in September
- Saturday following Thanksgiving
Find out more about Florida’s License-Free Fishing Days.
Get The Fishing Rules App
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has a downloadable app found for free. The Fishing Rules App is available for download from the App Store and Google Play.
- This app gives real-time fishing regulations, bag limits, and minimum size limits for anglers who fish in saltwater or freshwater.
- Saltwater fishing regulations apply in federal waters and state waters in all 50 states.
- The Fish Rules app uses your phone’s GPS and calendar to provide only the rules you need. When out on the water without a signal, manually choose your fishing spot so you can see relevant laws.
- Crisp images and pleasant pictures assist you in identifying the fish. To view identification hints and additional photographs, swipe through an image.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is The Florida Redfish Size Limit?
The Florida redfish limit is:
- NE Zone Bag Limit: 2 red drum per person per day
- NW and S Zone Bag Limit: 1 red drum per person per day
- Off Water Bag Limit: 6 red drum per person per day
- Manatee County: Catch and release; harvest prohibited
- Slot Size: 18 inches to 27 inches statewide
What Is The Speckled Trout Size Limit For Florida?
The Florida speckled trout limit is:
- 3 per person per day: W.P. Zone (Closed Feb)
- 5 per person per day: B.B. Zone
- 3 per person per day: S. Zone
- 2 per person per day: C.E. Zone (Closed Nov – Dec)
- 5 per person per day: N.E. Zone
- Slot Size: 15 inches to 19 inches; with 1 over 19 inches per vessel
What Is The Snook Limit For Florida?
- In Florida, the daily bag and possession limit for snook is one fish.
- The Atlantic slot size is 28-32 inches (excluding Monroe County), with a closed season from December 15 to January 31 and June 1 through August 31.
- The slot size in the Gulf of Mexico is 28-33 inches (Monroe County not included), which is closed from December 1-end of February and May 1-August 31.
What Is The Black Drum Limit For Florida?
The Florida black drum limit is a 5-fish limit per day per person and a slot size of 14 to 24 inches for Gulf and Atlantic fishing. Each angler can possess one oversized fish.
What Is The Florida Flounder Limit?
The Florida flounder limit is 5-fish per day with a minimum size of 14 inches. There is a zero daily bag limit from October 16 – November 30 due to the closed season.
What Is The Sheepshead Limit In Florida?
The Florida sheepshead minimum length is 12 inches with a bag limit of 8 fish with 50 per vessel during March and April.
What Is The Red Snapper Limit For Florida?
- The bag limit for red snappers in Florida’s state waters is two, while it’s one in international seas.
- The minimum length for the Gulf is 16 inches, while the minimum length for the Atlantic is 20 inches.
- There is year-round harvesting of Atlantic red snappers, with Gulf season beginning June 17 and running through July 31, 2022.
What Is The Bluefish Limit In Florida?
The Florida bluefish minimum fork length is 12 inches, with a bag limit of ten fish for the Gulf and three fish for the Atlantic. Monroe County follows Atlantic restrictions.
What Is The King Mackerel Limit In Florida?
The Florida king mackerel minimum fork length is 24 inches, with a bag limit of three fish for the Gulf and two fish for the Atlantic. Monroe County follows Atlantic restrictions.
What Is The Spanish Mackerel Limit In Florida?
The Florida Spanish mackerel minimum fork length is 12 inches with a bag limit of 15 fish.
What Is The Pompano Limit In Florida?
The minimum fork length for Florida pompano is 11 inches, with a bag limit of 6 fish, whereas the minimum fork length for African pompano is 24 inches and a bag limit of 2.
What Is The Ladyfish Limit In Florida?
There is no established weight restriction or bag limit for ladyfish in Florida. The 100-pound general limit applies.
What Is The Whiting Limit In Florida?
There is no established weight restriction or bag limit for whiting in Florida. The 100-pound general limit applies.
What Is The Lane Snapper Limit In Florida?
The Florida lane snapper minimum length is 8 inches, and there is a bag limit of 10 that is part of the aggregate snapper bag limit.
What Is The Mangrove Snapper Limit For Florida?
The Florida mangrove snapper minimum length is 10 inches, and there is a bag limit of 5 that is part of the aggregate snapper bag limit.
What Is The Vermilion Limit For Florida?
In Florida, the bag limit for vermilion snappers is ten, whereas it’s ten in international seas within the 20 reef fish aggregate. Overall, the minimal length is 10 inches.
What Is The Yellowtail Snapper Limit For Florida?
The Florida yellowtail snapper minimum length is 12 inches, and there is a bag limit of 10 that is part of the aggregate snapper bag limit.
Conclusion
Thank you for taking the time to read this! I hope you found this blog post useful and interesting to read.
In this article, you learned about Florida saltwater fishing license requirements and fish bag restrictions. This article also provided a nice list of game fish found in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.
Here’s a rundown of everything I discussed:
- Florida saltwater fish size limit definitions and other state regulations
- List of Florida game fish bag and size limits
- Florida saltwater fishing license prices and options
- License-free fishing days
- An overview of the Fish Rules App