Alabama state waters, out to 3 miles
AL MRD 2026 · checked · likely · the official rulebook is the final word
Often mistaken for
Cubera snapperGrows far larger, lacks the pale cheek triangle. Tell them apart
Schoolmaster snapperBarred, all-yellow fins. Tell them apartKeep the wrong fish and its rule applies.
Alabama state record
Outdoor Alabama Saltwater State Records · checked 2026-08-23
How to tell it
Canines you can see with the mouth CLOSED; pale triangle and a row of blue dots below the eye. More on the dog snapper page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Dog snapper in other states6 rulebooks
Questions anglers ask5
What is the size limit for dog snapper in Alabama?
No size limit.
How many dog snapper can you keep in Alabama?
20-fish reef fish aggregate. Aggregate: Reef fish aggregate (20).
When is dog snapper season in Alabama?
Open year-round.
What is the Alabama record dog snapper?
16 lb 4 oz (2018).
How current is this Alabama dog snapper rule?
Source: AL MRD 2026, last checked Sep 20, 2026. A watchman re-reads the agency's pages nightly. Rules change mid-season by proclamation; the official rulebook is the final word.
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