SlotGaugeCheck a catchAtlantic Sharpnose Shark regulations in Virginia
Sharks · Saltwater · 2026 season
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia marine waters (to 3 mi) | Open year-round | No minimum size | 1 per person, in addition to the vessel's 1 other permitted shark |
Notes
- Each angler may keep 1 Atlantic sharpnose AND 1 bonnethead per trip, on top of the boat's single other permitted shark.
- No minimum size. Land whole with head, tail and fins attached.
Exact Virginia Marine Resources Commission wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- None
- Limit
- 1 per person per trip (vessel) or per calendar day (shore)
- Virginia marine waters (to 3 mi) — as printed
- “In addition, each recreational vessel angler may possess one bonnethead and one Atlantic sharpnose per trip. ... 2. Atlantic sharpnose, bonnethead, finetooth, blacknose, and smooth dogfish sharks are exempt from the recreational size limit described in this subsection.”
Source: Virginia Marine Resources Commission, captured 2026-09-21 (2026 season).
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About the atlantic sharpnose shark
Species of shark
The Atlantic sharpnose shark is a species of requiem shark in the family Carcharhinidae. It is found in the subtropical waters of the north-western Atlantic Ocean, between latitudes 43°N and 18°N.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Atlantic Sharpnose Shark in Virginia?
No minimum size in Virginia state waters.
How many Atlantic Sharpnose Shark can you keep per day in Virginia?
1 per person, in addition to the vessel's 1 other permitted shark.
When is Atlantic Sharpnose Shark season in Virginia?
Open year-round.
Is my Atlantic Sharpnose Shark a keeper today?
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 1.