Florida Fishing Regulations
Freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations by state.
Selected state: Florida · Updated: 2024-06-01
Regulations by State
General regulations for Florida. Many coastal zones and reservoirs have special rules — always confirm on the official source.
| Species | Minimum Size | Bag Limit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Largemouth Bass | 14 inches | 5 | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
Black Crappie | 10 inches | 25 | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
Bream (Bluegill, Redear Sunfish) | No minimum size | 50 (in any combination) | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
Butterfly Peacock Bass | None | 2 (only 1 can be over 17 inches) | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
Gar (Longnose, Florida) | No minimum size | No limit | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
Channel Catfish | No minimum size | No limit | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
White Bass and Sunshine Bass | No minimum size | 20 (in aggregate) | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
Striped Bass | Varies by water | Varies by water | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
Chain Pickerel | No minimum size | No limit | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
View official Florida freshwater regulations
Verify current limits and seasons on the official Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission website.
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