SlotGaugeCheck a catchFlounder regulations in Florida
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Flounder size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida state waters (Atlantic & Gulf) | December 1 – October 14 | 14 inch minimum | 5 per person per day |
Notes
- Closed Oct 15 – Nov 30 every year.
Exact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wording
- Season
- Closed annually from Oct. 15 through Nov. 30
- Size
- 14" total length
- Limit
- 5 per person
- statewide — as printed
- “Minimum Size Limit: 14" total length; Daily Bag Limit: 5 per person; Closed annually from Oct. 15 through Nov. 30.”
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the flounder
Family of fishes
The southern flounders or armless flounders are a small family, Achiropsettidae, of flounders found in Antarctic and sub-Antarctic waters. There are four genera, each with one species.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Flounder in Florida?
14 inch minimum in Florida state waters.
How many Flounder can you keep per day in Florida?
5 per person per day.
When is Flounder season in Florida?
December 1 – October 14.
Is my Flounder a keeper today?
The flounder season is closed today. It is open December 1 – October 14.