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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Vermilion Snapper size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic state waters | Open year-round | 12 inch minimum | 5 per person per day |
| Gulf state waters | Open year-round | 10 inch minimum | 10 per person per day |
Exact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 10" TL
- Limit
- 10 per person (not included in the 10 snapper aggregate bag limit)
- Gulf — as printed
- “Gulf Vermilion Snapper: Min. Size: 10" TL; Daily Bag: 10 per person (not included in the 10 snapper aggregate bag limit)”
- Atlantic — as printed
- “Atlantic Vermilion Snapper: Min. Size: 12" TL; Daily Bag: 5 per person (not included in the 10 snapper aggregate bag limit)”
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the vermilion snapper
Species of fish
The vermilion snapper, the clubhead snapper, night snapper or beeliner is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a snapper belonging to the family Lutjanidae. It is native to the western Atlantic Ocean.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Vermilion Snapper in Florida?
12 inch minimum in Florida state waters.
How many Vermilion Snapper can you keep per day in Florida?
5 per person per day.
When is Vermilion Snapper season in Florida?
Open year-round.
Is my Vermilion Snapper a keeper today?
A vermilion snapper is a keeper today if it measures at least 12 inches, with a daily limit of 5.