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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Cobia size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| NJ marine waters | Open year-round | 43 inch minimum | 1 per person, 2 per vessel |
Exact NJDEP Fish & Wildlife wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 43"
- Limit
- 1 fish per person, 2 fish per vessel
- statewide — as printed
- “COBIA | No Closed Season | 43" | 1 fish per person, 2 fish per vessel”
Source: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the cobia
Species of ray-finned fish
The cobia is a species of marine carangiform ray-finned fish, the only extant representative of the genus Rachycentron and the family Rachycentridae. Its other common names include black kingfish, black salmon, ling, lemonfish, crabeater, prodigal son, codfish, and black bonito.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Cobia in New Jersey?
43 inch minimum in New Jersey state waters.
How many Cobia can you keep per day in New Jersey?
1 per person, 2 per vessel.
When is Cobia season in New Jersey?
Open year-round.
Is my Cobia a keeper today?
A cobia is a keeper today if it measures at least 43 inches, with a daily limit of 1.