SlotGaugeCheck a catchWhite Perch regulations in Delaware
Basses (Temperate) · Saltwater · 2026 season
White Perch size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-tidal waters | Open year-round | 8 inch minimum | 50 panfish total per day (all panfish species combined), no more than 25 of this species. |
| Tidal waters | Open year-round | 8 inch minimum | No daily limit |
Notes
- Tidal waters: no daily limit. Non-tidal: counts toward 50 panfish total.
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Open Year-Round
- Size
- 8 inch minimum (total length)
- Limit
- Non-Tidal Waters: 50 panfish total (no more than 25 white perch)Tidal Waters: No Limit
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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About the white perch
Species of fish
The white perch is not a true perch but is a fish of the temperate bass family, Moronidae, notable as a food and game fish in eastern North America. In some places it is referred to as "Silver Bass".
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for White Perch in Delaware?
8 inch minimum in Delaware state waters.
How many White Perch 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 Perch season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my White Perch a keeper today?
A white perch is a keeper today if it measures at least 8 inches, with a daily limit of 25.