SlotGaugeCheck a catchAtlantic Menhaden regulations in New York
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? Atlantic Menhaden has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 100.
Atlantic Menhaden size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| NY Marine & Coastal District | Open year-round | No size limit | 100 per person per day |
Exact NYSDEC wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- None
- Limit
- 100
- statewide — as printed
- “Atlantic menhaden No size limit 100 All year”
Source: NYSDEC, 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 New York?
No size limit in New York state waters.
How many Atlantic Menhaden can you keep per day in New York?
100 per person per day.
When is Atlantic Menhaden season in New York?
Open year-round.
Is my Atlantic Menhaden a keeper today?
Atlantic Menhaden has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 100.