SlotGaugeCheck a catchGreen Sunfish regulations in Delaware
Sunfishes · Freshwater · 2026 season
Green Sunfish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| State waters | Open year-round | No size limit | No daily limit |
Notes
- Not included in Delaware panfish regulations - no limit.
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Open Year-Round
- Size
- No Size Limit
- Limit
- No Limit (The Green Sunfish is not included in Delaware's panfish regulations)
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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About the green sunfish
Species of fish
The green sunfish is a species of aggressive freshwater fish in the sunfish family (Centrarchidae) of order Centrarchiformes. The green sunfish does not always grow large enough to be an appealing target for anglers, but it is kept as an aquarium fish by hobbyists. They grow to be 3–6 inches (7.6–15.2 cm) long on average, but can achieve a length of 12 inches (30 cm).
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Green Sunfish in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Green Sunfish can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Green Sunfish season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Green Sunfish a keeper today?
Green Sunfish has no size limit today, with no daily limit.