Massachusetts regulations
Scup (Porgy) Regulations in Massachusetts 2026
Massachusetts scup season runs Jul 1 – Dec 31 in 2026. Statewide rules: 40 fish/day, 30 fish, 11″ min size. Sourced from DFW / DMF.
Rules (10)
Massachusetts statewideOut of season
- Season opens
- Jul 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 40 fish/day
- Possession
- 30 fish
- Min size
- 11"
For-hire Vessel. for-hire vessels
Southern New England
- Season opens
- May 1
- Daily bag
- 30 fish
May 1 - Dec 31 (Shore Based) 30 fsh (Shore Based)
Other Massachusetts fish regulations
Other regulated species in Massachusetts with current rule pages — same DFW / DMF source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)24 rules
- Stripers (Striped Bass)13 rules
- Tog (Tautog / Blackfish)12 rules
- Fluke (Summer Flounder)9 rules
- Lake Trout8 rules
- White Perch8 rules
- Black Sea Bass6 rules
- Northern Pike4 rules
- Bluefish3 rules
- Largemouth Bass3 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)2 rules
- Yellow Perch2 rules
Also known as
Scup is also called Scup (Porgy), porgy. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Massachusetts.
Frequently asked questions
When is Scup season in Massachusetts?
Scup season in Massachusetts runs from May 1 to Dec 31 per DFW / DMF.
What is the size limit for Scup in Massachusetts?
Minimum size for Scup in Massachusetts is 9.5 inches in Shore Based, per DFW / DMF. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Scup in Massachusetts?
Daily bag limit for Scup in Massachusetts is 30 fish in Southern New England, per DFW / DMF.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/26MASW_SHOW_LR.pdf
- https://www.eregulations.com/massachusetts/fishing
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DFW / DMF before keeping a catch.