SlotGaugeCheck a catchYellowtail Flounder regulations in Delaware
Flounders · Saltwater · 2026 season
Yellowtail Flounder size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| State waters | Open year-round | No size limit | No daily limit |
| Federal waters (3–200 mi) | Open year-round | 13 inch minimum | No daily limit |
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Open All-Year
- Size
- No Size Limit in State of Delaware waters (coast to 3 miles offshore)13 inch minimum Federal waters (3 to 200 miles offshore)
- Limit
- No Limit
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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About the yellowtail flounder
Species of fish
The yellowtail flounder, also known as the rusty dab, is a species of flatfish in the family Pleuronectidae. Reaching 56 cm (22 in) in length, it has reddish brown upperparts, pale underparts and yellow fins. Both its eyes are on the right (upper) side of its body. Found in the western North Atlantic, it has been fished commercially by North American fisheries for food. A victim of overfishing, the yellowtail flounder is categorized as "Vulnerable" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Yellowtail Flounder in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Yellowtail Flounder can you keep per day in Delaware?
No daily limit.
When is Yellowtail Flounder season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
Is my Yellowtail Flounder a keeper today?
Yellowtail Flounder has no size limit today, with no daily limit.