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Pollock regulations in New Jersey

· Saltwater · 2026 season

Pollock
Is it a keeper? A pollock is a keeper today if it measures at least 19 inches, with no daily limit.

Pollock size limit, season and daily limit

WhereSeasonSize limitDaily limit
NJ marine watersOpen year-round19 inch minimumNo daily limit

Exact NJDEP Fish & Wildlife wording

Season
Open year-round
Size
19"
Limit
No limit
statewide — as printed
“POLLOCK | No Closed Season | 19" | No Limit”

Source: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).

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About the pollock

Pollock

North Atlantic marine fish in the genus Pollachius

Pollock or pollack is the common name used for either of the two species of North Atlantic marine fish in the genus Pollachius. Pollachius pollachius is referred to as "pollock" in North America, Ireland and the United Kingdom, while Pollachius virens is usually known as saithe or coley in Great Britain and Ireland. Other names for P. pollachius include the Atlantic pollock, European pollock, lieu jaune, and lythe or lithe; while P. virens is also known as Boston blue and silver bill.

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Text from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Regulations on this page come from NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, not Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked

What is the size limit for Pollock in New Jersey?

19 inch minimum in New Jersey state waters.

How many Pollock can you keep per day in New Jersey?

No daily limit.

When is Pollock season in New Jersey?

Open year-round.

Is my Pollock a keeper today?

A pollock is a keeper today if it measures at least 19 inches, with no daily limit.