New York state waters, out to 3 miles
Size10"Total length: snout to the tip of the tail, tail lobes squeezed together
Bag3
SeasonJul 16 - May 14Open today
Closed May 15 - July 15.
NY DEC 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
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Camouflaged grumpy blob with a huge mouth; croaks. More on the oyster toadfish page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Oyster toadfish in other states3 rulebooks
Questions anglers ask4
What is the size limit for oyster toadfish in New York?
10". Measured as total length: snout to the tip of the tail, tail lobes squeezed together.
How many oyster toadfish can you keep in New York?
3.
When is oyster toadfish season in New York?
Jul 16 - May 14. As of Sep 21, 2026 it is open.
How current is this New York oyster toadfish rule?
Source: NY DEC 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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