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Crappies · Freshwater · 2026 season
White Crappie size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| State waters | Open year-round | No size limit | 50 panfish total per day (all panfish species combined), no more than 25 of this species. |
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Open Year-Round
- Size
- No Size Limit
- Limit
- 50 panfish total (no more than 25 White Crappie)
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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About the white crappie
Species of fish
The white crappie is a freshwater fish found in North America, one of the two species of crappies. Alternate common names for the species include goldring, silver perch, white perch and sac-a-lait. USS Goldring is named for the fish. The genus name Pomoxis refers to crappies' sharp operculum, while the species name annularis means 'having rings', i.e., it has vaguely vertical bars on the body.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for White Crappie in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many White Crappie can you keep per day in Delaware?
50 panfish total per day (all panfish species combined), no more than 25 of this species..
When is White Crappie season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my White Crappie a keeper today?
White Crappie has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 25.