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Mackerels · Saltwater · 2026 season
Atlantic Chub Mackerel size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| State waters | Open year-round | No size limit | No daily limit |
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Open Year-Round
- Size
- No Size Limit
- Limit
- No Limit
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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About the atlantic chub mackerel
Species of fish
Atlantic chub mackerel, also known as tinker mackerel, is a pelagic schooling species of mackerel found in the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Black Sea. It was originally thought to be a subspecies of the chub mackerel, Scomber japonicus.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Atlantic Chub Mackerel in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Atlantic Chub Mackerel can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Atlantic Chub Mackerel season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Atlantic Chub Mackerel a keeper today?
Atlantic Chub Mackerel has no size limit today, with no daily limit.