Connecticut state waters, out to 3 miles
May not be taken or possessed in Connecticut regardless of where taken; release immediately.
CT DEEP 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
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Rows of bony armor scutes, a shark-like tail, and a vacuum-hose snout with barbels — a dinosaur. More on the Atlantic sturgeon page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Questions anglers ask2
Can you keep Atlantic sturgeon in Connecticut?
No. Harvest is prohibited in Connecticut. Release it in the water where you can. May not be taken or possessed in Connecticut regardless of where taken; release immediately.
How current is this Connecticut Atlantic sturgeon rule?
Source: CT DEEP 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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