Alabama state waters, out to 3 miles
Umbrella applies by rule text; species does not occur in Gulf waters.
AL MRD 2026 · checked · likely · the official rulebook is the final word
Often mistaken for
Clearnose skatePointed snout with translucent panes, southern. Tell them apartKeep the wrong fish and its rule applies.
How to tell it
Round-winged skate, scattered dark spots and usually a pale eye-spot near each wing base; blunt nose. More on the winter skate page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Winter skate in other states8 rulebooks
Questions anglers ask4
What is the size limit for winter skate in Alabama?
No size limit.
How many winter skate can you keep in Alabama?
3 per person. Counts toward the Skates and Rays aggregate.
When is winter skate season in Alabama?
Open year-round.
How current is this Alabama winter skate 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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