Missouri regulations
Bluegill (Sunfish) Regulations in Missouri 2026
Missouri Bluegill regulations as of 2026-04-10: Daily bag 10 fish/day; Daily bag 50 fish/day; Daily bag 100 fish/day. Sourced from Conservation.
Rules (4)
Missouri statewide
- Possession
- 100 fish
Statewide: Line Methods
Capitol Federal Sports Complex
- Daily bag
- 10 fish/day
Combined Nongame
- Daily bag
- 50 fish/day
Mississippi River
- Daily bag
- 100 fish/day
Also known as
Bluegill is also called Bluegill (Sunfish), Pumpkinseed, Sunfish, Redear Sunfish, sunfish. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Missouri.
Frequently asked questions
When is Bluegill season in Missouri?
Bluegill season in Missouri is set by Conservation. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Bluegill in Missouri?
Missouri does not publish a state-wide minimum size for Bluegill. Check zone-specific rules above.
What is the daily bag limit for Bluegill in Missouri?
Daily bag limit for Bluegill in Missouri is 10 fish/day in Capitol Federal Sports Complex, per Conservation.
Official sources cited
- https://mdc.mo.gov/fishing/species
- https://mdc.mo.gov/about-us/about-regulations/wildlife-code-missouri/comment-existing-regulations
- https://mdc.mo.gov
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with Conservation before keeping a catch. Last verified .