SlotGaugeCheck a catchAtlantic Spadefish regulations in South Carolina
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Atlantic Spadefish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC state waters (to 3 mi) | Open year-round | 14 inch minimum | 30 per boat per day (state waters) |
| Federal waters (3–200 mi) | Open year-round | 14 inch minimum | 30 per boat per day (state waters) |
Notes
- A 2026-10-31 check against the official source found a discrepancy in this species' zones[federal]. Read the official wording before keeping the fish: https://www.eregulations.com/southcarolina/fishing/snapper-grouper-complex-size-catch-limits
- State waters (0–3 mi) have no closed season; federal closures from SAFMC apply beyond 3 mi and can change mid-year when catch limits are met — check safmc.net before an offshore trip.
Exact South Carolina Department of Natural Resources wording
- Season
- Open year-round in state waters
- Size
- 14 inch total length (state waters)
- Limit
- 30 per boat per day (state waters)
- statewide — as printed
- “Atlantic Spadefish | Open year-round | 30 per boat per day (state waters) | 14 inch total length (state waters)”
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the atlantic spadefish
Species of fish
The Atlantic spadefish is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Ephippidae, the spadefishes. It is the symbol of the North Carolina Aquariums.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Atlantic Spadefish in South Carolina?
14 inch minimum in South Carolina state waters.
How many Atlantic Spadefish can you keep per day in South Carolina?
30 per boat per day (state waters).
When is Atlantic Spadefish season in South Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Atlantic Spadefish a keeper today?
A atlantic spadefish is a keeper today if it measures at least 14 inches, with a daily limit of 30.