New York regulations
Black Sea Bass Regulations in New York 2026
New York black sea bass regulations in 2026: 16.5″ min size, 3 fish/day bag limit. Zone-specific exceptions may apply — see the rule table below. Sourced from DEC.
Rules (4)
Other New York fish regulations
Other regulated species in New York with current rule pages — same DEC source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)528 rules
- Walleye240 rules
- Lake Trout238 rules
- Salmon (Chinook, Coho, Pink)61 rules
- Muskie (Muskellunge)60 rules
- Northern Pike54 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)44 rules
- Stripers (Striped Bass)29 rules
- Yellow Perch16 rules
- Tog (Tautog / Blackfish)9 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)7 rules
- Channel Catfish5 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)4 rules
- Bluefish4 rules
- Fluke (Summer Flounder)3 rules
- Scup (Porgy)2 rules
- Weakfish2 rules
- Largemouth Bass2 rules
- Smallmouth Bass2 rules
Also known as
Black Sea Bass is also called sea bass. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in New York.
Frequently asked questions
When is Black Sea Bass season in New York?
Black Sea Bass season in New York is set by DEC. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Black Sea Bass in New York?
Minimum size for Black Sea Bass in New York is 16.5 inches, per DEC. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Black Sea Bass in New York?
Daily bag limit for Black Sea Bass in New York is 6 fish/day in New York Marine Waters, per DEC.
Official sources cited
- https://dec.ny.gov
- https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/saltwater-fishing
- https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/saltwater-fishing/recreational-fishing-regulations