SlotGaugeCheck a catchHogfish regulations in Florida
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Hogfish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic state waters | May 1 – October 31 | 16 inch minimum | 1 per person per day |
| Gulf state waters | Open year-round | 14 inch minimum | 5 per person per day |
Notes
- Atlantic zone includes all waters south of Cape Sable and the Keys.
Exact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 14" fork length
- Limit
- 5 per harvester
- Gulf — as printed
- “Gulf State Waters: Minimum Size Limit: 14" fork length; Daily Bag Limit: 5 per harvester; Season: Open year-round”
- Atlantic — as printed
- “Atlantic State Waters (includes all state and federal waters south of Cape Sable, including the Florida Keys): Minimum Size Limit: 16" fork length; Daily Bag Limit: 1 per harvester; Season: Open May 1-Oct. 31”
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the hogfish
Species of fish
The hogfish, also known as boquinete, doncella de pluma, or pez perro in Mexico is a species of wrasse native to the western Atlantic Ocean, living in a range from Nova Scotia, Canada, to northern South America, including the Gulf of Mexico. This species occurs around reefs, especially preferring areas with plentiful gorgonians. It is a carnivore that feeds on molluscs, crabs, and sea urchins. This species is currently the only known member of its genus.
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Text from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Regulations on this page come from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, not Wikipedia.
Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Hogfish in Florida?
16 inch minimum in Florida state waters.
How many Hogfish can you keep per day in Florida?
1 per person per day.
When is Hogfish season in Florida?
May 1 – October 31.
Is my Hogfish a keeper today?
The hogfish season is closed today. It is open May 1 – October 31.