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Pickerels and Muskellunges · Freshwater · 2026 season
Muskellunge 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 muskellunge
Species of fish
The muskellunge, often shortened to muskie, musky, ski, or lunge, is a species of large freshwater predatory fish native to North America. It is the largest member of the pike family, Esocidae.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Muskellunge in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Muskellunge can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Muskellunge season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Muskellunge a keeper today?
Muskellunge has no size limit today, with no daily limit.