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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Red Hind size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC state waters (to 3 mi) | Open year-round | No minimum size | 3 per person per day (grouper aggregate) |
| Federal waters (3–200 mi) | May 1 – December 31 | No minimum size | 3 per person per day (grouper aggregate) |
Notes
- Counts toward the 3-fish grouper/tilefish aggregate.
- 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
- None
- Limit
- 3 per person per day (grouper aggregate)
- statewide — as printed
- “Red Hind | Federal waters closed Jan 1 – Apr 30 | 3 per person per day (grouper aggregate) | None”
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the red hind
Species of fish
The red hind, also known as the koon or lucky grouper in Caribbean vernacular, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a grouper from the subfamily Epinephelinae which is part of the family Serranidae, which also includes the anthias and sea basses. It is native to the western Atlantic Ocean where it ranges from the eastern United States to Brazil. It is the most common species of Epinephelus in the Caribbean and Bermuda.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Red Hind in South Carolina?
No minimum size in South Carolina state waters.
How many Red Hind can you keep per day in South Carolina?
3 per person per day (grouper aggregate).
When is Red Hind season in South Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Red Hind a keeper today?
Red Hind has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 3.