SlotGaugeCheck a catchAtlantic Menhaden regulations in Maryland
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? Atlantic Menhaden has no size limit today, with no daily limit.
Atlantic Menhaden size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake Bay & tidal tributaries | Open year-round | No size limit | No daily limit |
Exact Maryland DNR Fishing & Boating Services wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- None
- Limit
- No limit
- Chesapeake Bay and tidal tributaries — as printed
- “Atlantic Menhaden | None | Open Year Round | None”
Source: Maryland DNR Fishing & Boating Services, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the atlantic menhaden
Species of fish
The Atlantic menhaden is a North American species of fish in the herring family, Alosidae.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Atlantic Menhaden in Maryland?
No size limit in Maryland state waters.
How many Atlantic Menhaden can you keep per day in Maryland?
No daily limit.
When is Atlantic Menhaden season in Maryland?
Open year-round.
Is my Atlantic Menhaden a keeper today?
Atlantic Menhaden has no size limit today, with no daily limit.