Octopods (Order Octopoda) Regulations in Florida (2026)

Recreational octopods (order octopoda) rules in Florida saltwater, as published by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Last checked November 7, 2026.

Bag limit

Bag Limits/Remarks: Except Common Octopus ( Octopodus vulgaris); 5…

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Recreational Octopods (Order Octopoda) rules in Florida

Where: Statewide
Bag limit: Bag Limits/Remarks: Except Common Octopus ( Octopodus vulgaris); 5 individuals of each species per person per day within 20-organism aggregate; bag limit of 2 live shells of any single species per harvester per day in Manatee County; harvest prohibited in Lee County

*Unless otherwise noted, combined bag limit of 20 marine life fish and invertebrates per person per day, only 5 of any one species allowed. A 2-day possession limit also applies (40 total organisms, only 10 of any one species).
**Such as groupers, snappers, seabass and amberjacks. Must abide by regulations for these species in Rule 68B-14 F.A.C.

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How many octopods (order octopoda) can I keep in Florida?

Bag Limits/Remarks: Except Common Octopus ( Octopodus vulgaris); 5 individuals of each species per person per day within 20-organism aggregate; bag limit of 2 live shells of any single species per harvester per day in Manatee County; harvest prohibited in Lee County.

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Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Most anglers need a Florida saltwater license or registry: get one here.