SlotGaugeCheck a catchWinter Flounder regulations in Connecticut
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Winter Flounder size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut marine waters | April 1 – December 31 | 12 inch minimum | 2 per person per day |
Exact CT DEEP wording
- Season
- April 1 - December 31
- Size
- 12 inches
- Limit
- 2 fish per angler
- statewide — as printed
- “Winter Flounder Minimum length: 12 inches; Daily creel limit: 2 fish per angler; Open Season: Open April 1 - December 31”
Source: CT DEEP, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the winter flounder
Species of fish
The winter flounder, also known as the black back, is a right-eyed ("dextral") flatfish of the family Pleuronectidae. It is native to coastal waters of the western north Atlantic coast, from Labrador, Canada to Georgia, United States, although it is less common south of Delaware Bay. It is the most common near-shore (shallow-water) flounder in the waters from Newfoundland down through Massachusetts Bay, reaching a maximum size around 61 cm in length and 2.25 kg in weight. The species grows larger on Georges Bank, where they can reach a length of 70 cm and weight of 3.6 kg. Although winter flounder historically supported large commercial and recreational fisheries, biomass and landings have decreased since the 1980s.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Winter Flounder in Connecticut?
12 inch minimum in Connecticut state waters.
How many Winter Flounder can you keep per day in Connecticut?
2 per person per day.
When is Winter Flounder season in Connecticut?
April 1 – December 31.
Is my Winter Flounder a keeper today?
A winter flounder is a keeper today if it measures at least 12 inches, with a daily limit of 2.