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Flounders · Saltwater · 2026 season
Summer Flounder size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| State waters | Open year-round | 16 inch minimum (January 1 – May 31); 17.5 inch minimum (June 1 – December 31) | 4 per person per day |
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Open Year-Round
- Size
- January 1 - May 31: 16 inch minimum (total length)June 1 - December 31: 17.5 inch minimum (total length)
- Limit
- 4
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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About the summer flounder
Species of fish
The summer flounder or fluke is a marine flatfish that is found in the Atlantic Ocean off the East Coast of the United States and Canada. It is especially abundant in waters from North Carolina to Massachusetts.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Summer Flounder in Delaware?
16 inch minimum (January 1 – May 31); 17.5 inch minimum (June 1 – December 31) in Delaware state waters.
How many Summer Flounder can you keep per day in Delaware?
4 per person per day.
When is Summer Flounder season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Summer Flounder a keeper today?
A summer flounder is a keeper today if it measures at least 17.5 inches, with a daily limit of 4.