Federal rule (South Atlantic federal waters) · Georgia lists none of its own
Closes Sep 1, 2026.
SAFMC / NOAA SERO 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
How to tell it
Blue line under the eye on a long tan body; deep mud bottom. More on the blueline tilefish page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Blueline tilefish in other states14 rulebooks
Questions anglers ask4
What is the size limit for blueline tilefish in Georgia?
No size limit.
How many blueline tilefish can you keep in Georgia?
2 per person per day within 3-grouper aggregate. Aggregate: 3-grouper/tilefish aggregate.
When is blueline tilefish season in Georgia?
May 1 – Aug 31 (closed Sep 1 – Apr 30). As of Sep 21, 2026 it is closed.
How current is this Georgia blueline tilefish rule?
Source: SAFMC / NOAA SERO 2026, last checked Sep 16, 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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