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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? Atlantic Menhaden has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 50.
Atlantic Menhaden size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut marine waters | Open year-round | No size limit | 50 fish or 5 gallons, whichever is more |
Exact CT DEEP wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- None
- Limit
- 50 fish per angler or 5 gallons (whichever is the greater amount)
- statewide — as printed
- “Atlantic Menhaden (Bunker): Minimum length: None; Daily creel limit: 50 fish per angler or 5 gallons”
Source: CT DEEP, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the atlantic menhaden
Species of fish
The Atlantic menhaden is a North American species of fish in the herring family, Alosidae.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Atlantic Menhaden in Connecticut?
No size limit in Connecticut state waters.
How many Atlantic Menhaden can you keep per day in Connecticut?
50 fish or 5 gallons, whichever is more.
When is Atlantic Menhaden season in Connecticut?
Open year-round.
Is my Atlantic Menhaden a keeper today?
Atlantic Menhaden has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 50.