SlotGaugeCheck a catchGreater Amberjack regulations in South Carolina
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Greater Amberjack size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC state waters (to 3 mi) | Open year-round | 28 inch minimum | 1 per person per day |
| Federal waters (3–200 mi) | May 1 – March 31 | 28 inch minimum | 1 per person per day |
Notes
- 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
- 28 inch fork length
- Limit
- 1 per person per day
- statewide — as printed
- “Greater Amberjack | Federal waters closed Apr 1 – 30 | 1 per person per day | 28 inch fork length”
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the greater amberjack
Species of fish
The greater amberjack, also known as the allied kingfish, great amberfish, greater yellowtail, jenny lind, sea donkey, purplish amberjack, reef donkey, rock salmon, sailors choice, yellowtail, and yellow trevally, is a species of predatory ray-finned fish in the family Carangidae, the jacks and pompanos. It is found in temperate, subtropical, and tropical seas around the world. It is a popular quarry species for recreational fisheries and is important in commercial fisheries. It is the largest species in the family Carangidae.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Greater Amberjack in South Carolina?
28 inch minimum in South Carolina state waters.
How many Greater Amberjack can you keep per day in South Carolina?
1 per person per day.
When is Greater Amberjack season in South Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Greater Amberjack a keeper today?
A greater amberjack is a keeper today if it measures at least 28 inches, with a daily limit of 1.