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Carps · Freshwater · 2026 season
Common Carp 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 common carp
Species of fish
The common carp, also known as European carp, Eurasian carp, or simply carp, is a widespread freshwater fish of eutrophic waters in lakes and large rivers in Europe and Asia. The native wild populations are considered vulnerable to extinction by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), but the species has also been domesticated and introduced into environments worldwide, and is often considered an invasive species, being included in the list of the world's 100 worst invasive species. It gives its name to the carp family, Cyprinidae.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Common Carp in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Common Carp can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Common Carp season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Common Carp a keeper today?
Common Carp has no size limit today, with no daily limit.