Delaware state waters, out to 3 miles
SizeNo size limit
Bag50 per day
SeasonOpen year-roundOpen today
50-fish daily possession limit set by 2025 Secretary's Order under ASMFC Addendum III.
DE DNREC 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
How to tell it
Single dark shoulder spot, forked tail, no barbels. More on the spot page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
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Questions anglers ask4
What is the size limit for spot in Delaware?
No size limit.
How many spot can you keep in Delaware?
50 per day.
When is spot season in Delaware?
Open year-round.
How current is this Delaware spot rule?
Source: DE DNREC 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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