SlotGaugeCheck a catchYellowfin Tuna regulations in North Carolina
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? A yellowfin tuna is a keeper today if it measures at least 27 inches, with a daily limit of 3.
Yellowfin Tuna size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| NC coastal and joint waters (to 3 mi) | Open year-round | 27 inch minimum | 3 per person per day |
Exact NC Division of Marine Fisheries wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 27" Curved FL
- Limit
- 3/Day
- statewide — as printed
- “Tuna: Bluefin, Bigeye and Yellowfin (G) | Bigeye and Yellowfin Tuna - 27" Curved FL | Yellowfin Tuna - 3/Day”
Source: NC Division of Marine Fisheries, captured 2026-09-29 (2026 season).
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About the yellowfin tuna
Species of fish
The yellowfin tuna is a species of tuna found in pelagic waters of tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Yellowfin Tuna in North Carolina?
27 inch minimum in North Carolina state waters.
How many Yellowfin Tuna can you keep per day in North Carolina?
3 per person per day.
When is Yellowfin Tuna season in North Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Yellowfin Tuna a keeper today?
A yellowfin tuna is a keeper today if it measures at least 27 inches, with a daily limit of 3.