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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Bluefish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| NJ marine waters | Open year-round | No size limit | 5 per person (7 on party/charter boats) |
Exact NJDEP Fish & Wildlife wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- None
- Limit
- 5 fish per person for all other anglers; 7 fish per person while fishing from a party/charter vessel
- statewide — as printed
- “BLUEFISH | No Closed Season | None | 7 fish per person while fishing from a party/charter vessel; 5 fish per person for all other anglers”
Source: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the bluefish
Species of marine pelagic fish (''Pomatomus saltatrix'')
The bluefish is the only extant species of the family Pomatomidae. It is a marine pelagic fish found around the world in temperate and subtropical waters, except for the northern Pacific Ocean. Bluefish are known as tailor in Australia and New Zealand, elf and shad in South Africa. It is a popular gamefish and food fish.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Bluefish in New Jersey?
No size limit in New Jersey state waters.
How many Bluefish can you keep per day in New Jersey?
5 per person (7 on party/charter boats).
When is Bluefish season in New Jersey?
Open year-round.
Is my Bluefish a keeper today?
Bluefish has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 5.