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Tilefishes · Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? The blueline tilefish season is closed today. It is open May 1 – October 31.
Blueline Tilefish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| State waters | May 1 – October 31 | No size limit | 3 private vessel; 5 USCG uninspected for-hire; 7 USCG inspected for-hire |
Notes
- Charter/party vessels need an open-access Golden Tilefish permit.
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Open May 1 to October 31 Charter/party vessels must hold a valid open access Golden Tilefish permit to land Blueline Tilefish. Questions? Contact the NOAA Greater Atlantic Region Permits Office at (978) 282-8438 or Email: NMFS.GAR.Permits@noaa.gov
- Size
- No Size Limit
- Limit
- 3 for private vessel5 for USCG uninspected for-hire vessel7 for USCG inspected for-hire vessel
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Blueline Tilefish in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Blueline Tilefish can you keep per day in Delaware?
3 private vessel; 5 USCG uninspected for-hire; 7 USCG inspected for-hire.
When is Blueline Tilefish season in Delaware?
May 1 – October 31.
Is my Blueline Tilefish a keeper today?
The blueline tilefish season is closed today. It is open May 1 – October 31.