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Black Drum Regulations in Florida 2026

Florida Black Drum regulations as of 2026-05-07: Gear Seines; Daily bag 5 per harvester per day; Daily bag 5 fish/day. Sourced from FWC.

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Rules (4)

Florida statewide
Daily bag
5 fish/day
Min size
14"
Florida Waters
Gear
Seines
beach or haul seines measuring no larger than 500 square feet of mesh area, no larger than 2 inches stretched mesh size, not constructed of monofilament
Gulf And Atlantic State Waters
Daily bag
5 per harvester per day

Frequently asked questions

When is Black Drum season in Florida?

Black Drum season in Florida is set by FWC. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.

What is the size limit for Black Drum in Florida?

Minimum size for Black Drum in Florida is 14 inches, per FWC. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.

What is the daily bag limit for Black Drum in Florida?

Daily bag limit for Black Drum in Florida is 5 per harvester per day in Gulf And Atlantic State Waters, per FWC.

Official sources cited

Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with FWC before keeping a catch. Last verified .

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