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· Freshwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? A saugeye is a keeper today if it measures at least 15 inches, with a daily limit of 5.
Saugeye size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland nontidal waters (statewide; special areas differ) | Open year-round | 15 inch minimum | 5 per person per day |
Exact Maryland DNR Fishing & Boating Services wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 15 inches
- Limit
- Daily—5 Possession—10
- Inland waters — as printed
- “SAUGEYE | 15 inches | Open Year Round | Daily—5 Possession—10”
Source: Maryland DNR Fishing & Boating Services, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the saugeye
Hybrid species of fish
The saugeye is a hybrid freshwater fish between walleye and sauger of the family Percidae. They are commonly stocked in the midwestern United States for recreational angling.
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Text from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Regulations on this page come from Maryland DNR Fishing & Boating Services, not Wikipedia.
Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Saugeye in Maryland?
15 inch minimum in Maryland state waters.
How many Saugeye can you keep per day in Maryland?
5 per person per day.
When is Saugeye season in Maryland?
Open year-round.
Is my Saugeye a keeper today?
A saugeye is a keeper today if it measures at least 15 inches, with a daily limit of 5.