SlotGaugeCheck a catchNassau Grouper regulations in South Carolina
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Nassau Grouper size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC state waters (to 3 mi) | Closed to harvest | — | — |
Notes
- If hooked, cut the line and release without removing from the water.
Exact South Carolina Department of Natural Resources wording
- Season
- Possession prohibited
- Size
- Possession prohibited
- Limit
- Possession prohibited
- statewide — as printed
- “Nassau Grouper | Possession prohibited | Possession prohibited | Possession prohibited”
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the nassau grouper
Species of fish
The Nassau grouper is one of the large number of perciform fishes in the family Serranidae commonly referred to as groupers. It is the most important of the groupers for commercial fishery in the West Indies, but has been endangered by overfishing.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Nassau Grouper in South Carolina?
No size limit in South Carolina state waters.
How many Nassau Grouper can you keep per day in South Carolina?
Possession prohibited.
When is Nassau Grouper season in South Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Nassau Grouper a keeper today?
Nassau Grouper is closed to harvest. Release it.