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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? A monkfish is a keeper today if it measures at least 17 inches, with no daily limit.
Monkfish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| NY Marine & Coastal District | Open year-round | 17 inch minimum | No daily limit |
Exact NYSDEC wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 17" or 11" tail length
- Limit
- No limit
- statewide — as printed
- “Monkfish (goosefish) 17" or 11" tail length No limit All year”
Source: NYSDEC, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the monkfish
Species of fish
Lophius americanus is a goosefish in the family Lophiidae, also called all-mouth, American anglerfish, American monkfish, bellows-fish, devil-fish, headfish, molligut, satchel-mouth, or wide-gape. It is native to the eastern coast of North America.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Monkfish in New York?
17 inch minimum in New York state waters.
How many Monkfish can you keep per day in New York?
No daily limit.
When is Monkfish season in New York?
Open year-round.
Is my Monkfish a keeper today?
A monkfish is a keeper today if it measures at least 17 inches, with no daily limit.