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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Black Sea Bass size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic state waters | Open year-round | 13 inch minimum | 7 per person per day |
| Gulf state waters | Open year-round | 10 inch minimum | 100 pounds per person |
Exact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 10" total length
- Limit
- 100 pounds per person
- Gulf — as printed
- “Gulf State Waters: Minimum Size Limit: 10" total length; Daily Bag Limit: 100 pounds per person”
- Atlantic — as printed
- “Atlantic State Waters: Minimum Size Limit: 13" total length; Daily Bag Limit: 7 fish per person”
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the black sea bass
Species of fish
The black sea bass is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a sea bass from the subfamily Serraninae which is part of the family Serranidae, which also includes the groupers and anthias. It is found in the western Atlantic Ocean, where it is an important species for commercial and recreational fisheries.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Black Sea Bass in Florida?
13 inch minimum in Florida state waters.
How many Black Sea Bass can you keep per day in Florida?
7 per person per day.
When is Black Sea Bass season in Florida?
Open year-round.
Is my Black Sea Bass a keeper today?
A black sea bass is a keeper today if it measures at least 13 inches, with a daily limit of 7.