SlotGaugeCheck a catchGreater Amberjack regulations in Florida
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Greater Amberjack size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic state waters | May 1 – March 31 | 28 inch minimum | 1 per person per day |
| Gulf state waters | September 1 – October 13 | 34 inch minimum | 1 per person per day |
Notes
- Gulf season 2026: Sept 1 – Oct 13. Atlantic closed in April.
Exact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wording
- Season
- Open September 1 - October 13, 2026
- Size
- 34" Fork Length
- Limit
- 1 per person
- Gulf — as printed
- “Gulf: Minimum Size Limit: 34" Fork Length; Daily Bag Limit: 1 per person; Season: Open September 1 - October 13, 2026”
- Atlantic — as printed
- “Atlantic: Minimum Size Limit: 28" Fork Length; Daily Bag Limit: 1 per person; Season: January–March and May–December. Closed April.”
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the greater amberjack
Species of fish
The greater amberjack, also known as the allied kingfish, great amberfish, greater yellowtail, jenny lind, sea donkey, purplish amberjack, reef donkey, rock salmon, sailors choice, yellowtail, and yellow trevally, is a species of predatory ray-finned fish in the family Carangidae, the jacks and pompanos. It is found in temperate, subtropical, and tropical seas around the world. It is a popular quarry species for recreational fisheries and is important in commercial fisheries. It is the largest species in the family Carangidae.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Greater Amberjack in Florida?
28 inch minimum in Florida state waters.
How many Greater Amberjack can you keep per day in Florida?
1 per person per day.
When is Greater Amberjack season in Florida?
May 1 – March 31.
Is my Greater Amberjack a keeper today?
A greater amberjack is a keeper today if it measures at least 28 inches, with a daily limit of 1.