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Additional Freshwater Species · Freshwater · 2026 season
Golden Shiner 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 golden shiner
Species of fish
The golden shiner is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Leuciscidae. This fish occurs in eastern North America. It is the sole member of the genus Notemigonus. Commonly used as a bait fish, it is probably the most widely pond-cultured fish in the United States. It can be found in Quebec and elsewhere in southeastern Canada west to Manitoba or Saskatchewan, and its French name is Méné jaune or Chatte de l'Est.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Golden Shiner in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Golden Shiner can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Golden Shiner season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Golden Shiner a keeper today?
Golden Shiner has no size limit today, with no daily limit.