SlotGaugeCheck a catchBlack Sea Bass regulations in Connecticut
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Black Sea Bass size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut marine waters | May 16 – November 25 | 15.5 inch minimum | 4 per person per day |
Notes
- Party/charter: season to Dec 31, 4 fish (May 16 – Aug 31) / 6 fish (Sep 1 – Dec 31).
Exact CT DEEP wording
- Season
- May 16 - November 25
- Size
- 15.5 inches (excluding tail fin filament)
- Limit
- 4 fish per angler
- statewide — as printed
- “Black Sea Bass: Minimum length: 15.5 inches** (New for 2026); Daily creel limit: 4 fish per angler (New for 2026); Open Season: May 16 - November 25 (no mid-season closure)”
Source: CT DEEP, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the black sea bass
Species of fish
The black sea bass is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a sea bass from the subfamily Serraninae which is part of the family Serranidae, which also includes the groupers and anthias. It is found in the western Atlantic Ocean, where it is an important species for commercial and recreational fisheries.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Black Sea Bass in Connecticut?
15.5 inch minimum in Connecticut state waters.
How many Black Sea Bass can you keep per day in Connecticut?
4 per person per day.
When is Black Sea Bass season in Connecticut?
May 16 – November 25.
Is my Black Sea Bass a keeper today?
A black sea bass is a keeper today if it measures at least 15.5 inches, with a daily limit of 4.