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Additional Nearshore and Occasional Nearshore Species · Saltwater · 2026 season
Ladyfish 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 ladyfish
Genus of fishes
Elops is a genus of marine ray-finned fish found worldwide, and the only extant member of the ancient family Elopidae. They are commonly known as ladyfish, skipjacks, jack-rashes, or tenpounders.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Ladyfish in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Ladyfish can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Ladyfish season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Ladyfish a keeper today?
Ladyfish has no size limit today, with no daily limit.