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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Striped Bass size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut marine waters | Open year-round | 28–31 inch slot | 1 per person per day |
Notes
- Inline circle hook required with bait.
Exact CT DEEP wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- No person shall possess any striped bass less than 28 inches or greater than or equal to 31 inches
- Limit
- 1 fish per angler
- statewide — as printed
- “Striped Bass: No person shall possess any striped bass less than 28 inches or greater than or equal to 31 inches … Daily creel limit: 1 fish per angler; Open Season: Open Year Round; Inline circle hook required when fishing with bait.”
Source: CT DEEP, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the striped bass
Species of fish
The striped bass, also called the Atlantic striped bass, striper, linesider, rock, or rockfish, is an anadromous perciform fish of the family Moronidae found primarily along the Atlantic coast of North America. It has also been widely introduced into inland recreational fisheries across the United States. Striped bass found in the Gulf of Mexico are a separate strain referred to as Gulf Coast striped bass.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Striped Bass in Connecticut?
28–31 inch slot in Connecticut state waters.
How many Striped Bass can you keep per day in Connecticut?
1 per person per day.
When is Striped Bass season in Connecticut?
Open year-round.
Is my Striped Bass a keeper today?
A striped bass is a keeper today if it measures between 28 and 31 inches, with a daily limit of 1.