SlotGaugeCheck a catchAtlantic Needlefish regulations in Delaware
Additional Nearshore and Occasional Nearshore Species · Saltwater · 2026 season
Atlantic Needlefish 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 needlefish
Species of fish
The Atlantic needlefish is a common demersal needlefish species common in marinas and other areas with minimal currents. Body very elongated, rounded; extremely elongated jaws form a long beak, with numerous needle-like teeth; rear of the top jaw-bone by being exposed when the mouth is closed. It has no gill rakers, the fins without spines; low lobes at the front of the dorsal and anal fins. Its dorsal fin is composed of 14–17 rays, anal fins is composed of 16–20 rays, and pectorals 10–12. Atlantic needlefish are found from Maine to Brazil and have been known to venture into fresh water for short periods, water columns, estuary, and reef associated.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Atlantic Needlefish in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Atlantic Needlefish can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Atlantic Needlefish season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Atlantic Needlefish a keeper today?
Atlantic Needlefish has no size limit today, with no daily limit.