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Smoothhound and Spiny Dogfish · Saltwater · 2026 season
Smoothhound (Smooth Dogfish) 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 smoothhound
Species of shark
The dusky smooth-hound, also called the smooth dogfish or the dog shark, is a species of houndshark in the family Triakidae. This shark is an olive grey or brown in color, and may have shades of yellow or grayish white. Females live to 16 years and males have a lifespan of 10 years. M. canis was the first shark recognised to have viral infections.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Smoothhound (Smooth Dogfish) in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Smoothhound (Smooth Dogfish) can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Smoothhound (Smooth Dogfish) season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Smoothhound (Smooth Dogfish) a keeper today?
Smoothhound (Smooth Dogfish) has no size limit today, with no daily limit.