SlotGaugeCheck a catchBonefish regulations in Florida
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? Bonefish is closed to harvest. Release it.
Bonefish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| statewide | Catch-and-release only | Catch-and-release only | Catch-and-release only |
Notes
- Catch-and-release only.
Exact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wording
- Season
- Catch-and-release only
- Size
- Catch-and-release only
- Limit
- Catch-and-release only
- statewide — as printed
- “Bonefish is a Catch-And-Release fishery.”
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the bonefish
Species of fish
The bonefish or bananafish is the type species of the bonefish family (Albulidae), the only family in order Albuliformes.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Bonefish in Florida?
Catch-and-release only in Florida state waters.
How many Bonefish can you keep per day in Florida?
Catch-and-release only.
When is Bonefish season in Florida?
Open year-round.
Is my Bonefish a keeper today?
Bonefish is closed to harvest. Release it.