South Carolina state waters, out to 3 miles
SC DNR 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
Past 3 miles: federal waters Different rule
The water you are in decides. the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council writes the rule past the line.
SAFMC / NOAA SERO 2026 · checked 2026-09-16
How to tell itBlue saucer eye-ring, moon-silver body.
Blue saucer eye-ring, moon-silver body. More on the saucereye porgy 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 saucereye porgy in South Carolina?
No size limit.
How many saucereye porgy can you keep in South Carolina?
20/day aggregate, max 10 of any one species. Aggregate: Other snapper-grouper complex species (20-fish aggregate).
When is saucereye porgy season in South Carolina?
Open year-round.
How current is this South Carolina saucereye porgy rule?
Source: SC DNR 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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