Florida regulations
Spanish Mackerel Regulations in Florida 2026
Florida Spanish Mackerel regulations as of 2026-05-07: Gear Seines; Daily bag 15 per harvester; Daily bag 15 fish/day. Sourced from FWC.
Rules (4)
Florida statewide
- Daily bag
- 15 fish/day
- Min size
- 12"
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
- 15 per harvester
Frequently asked questions
When is Spanish Mackerel season in Florida?
Spanish Mackerel 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 Spanish Mackerel in Florida?
Minimum size for Spanish Mackerel in Florida is 12 inches, per FWC. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Spanish Mackerel in Florida?
Daily bag limit for Spanish Mackerel in Florida is 15 per harvester in Gulf And Atlantic State Waters, per FWC.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/florida/fishing/saltwater/recreational-gear
- https://myfwc.com/fishing/saltwater/recreational/
- https://www.eregulations.com/florida/fishing/saltwater
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with FWC before keeping a catch. Last verified .