Oyster Toadfish regulations in New York

· Saltwater · 2026 season

Is it a keeper? A oyster toadfish is a keeper today if it measures at least 10 inches, with a daily limit of 3.

Oyster Toadfish size limit, season and daily limit

Where	Season	Size limit	Daily limit
NY Marine & Coastal District	July 16 – May 14	10 inch minimum	3 per person per day

Exact NYSDEC wording

Season: July 16 - May 14
Size: 10"
Limit: 3
statewide — as printed: “Oyster Toadfish 10" 3 July 16 - May 14”

Source: NYSDEC, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).

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About the oyster toadfish

Species of fish

The oyster toadfish, also known as the oyster toad, ugly toad, oyster cracker, oyster catcher, and bar dog, is a Northwest Atlantic species of fish of the family Batrachoididae. The maximum length of this toadfish is 43.2 cm (17 in), but they infrequently surpass 38 cm (15 in). The record size for this species is 19.2 inches (48.76 cm). They are generally yellowish with a pattern of brown oblique bars. The species can live in poor conditions and needs little food to live. They can be found near the shore from Maine to Florida.

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Frequently asked

What is the size limit for Oyster Toadfish in New York?

10 inch minimum in New York state waters.

How many Oyster Toadfish can you keep per day in New York?

3 per person per day.

When is Oyster Toadfish season in New York?

July 16 – May 14.

Is my Oyster Toadfish a keeper today?

A oyster toadfish is a keeper today if it measures at least 10 inches, with a daily limit of 3.