King Mackerel regulations in Delaware

Mackerels · Saltwater · 2026 season

Is it a keeper? King Mackerel has no size limit today, with no daily limit.

King Mackerel 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 king mackerel

Species of fish

The king mackerel, kingfish or carite lucio is a migratory species of mackerel of the western Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. It is an important species to both the commercial and recreational fishing industries.

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Frequently asked

What is the size limit for King Mackerel in Delaware?

No size limit in Delaware state waters.

How many King Mackerel can you keep per day in Delaware?

No daily limit.

When is King Mackerel season in Delaware?

Open year-round.

Is my King Mackerel a keeper today?

King Mackerel has no size limit today, with no daily limit.