SlotGaugeCheck a catchAtlantic Croaker regulations in Delaware
Drums · Saltwater · 2026 season
Atlantic Croaker size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| State waters | Open year-round | 8 inch minimum | 50 per person per day |
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Open Year-Round
- Size
- 8 inch minimum (total length)
- Limit
- 50
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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About the atlantic croaker
Species of fish
The Atlantic croaker is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sciaenidae and is closely related to the black drum, the silver perch, the spot croaker, the red drum, the spotted seatrout, and the weakfish. It is commonly found in sounds and estuaries from Massachusetts to the Gulf of Mexico.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Atlantic Croaker in Delaware?
8 inch minimum in Delaware state waters.
How many Atlantic Croaker can you keep per day in Delaware?
50 per person per day.
When is Atlantic Croaker season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Atlantic Croaker a keeper today?
A atlantic croaker is a keeper today if it measures at least 8 inches, with a daily limit of 50.