Starfish (Order Asteroidea) Regulations in Florida (2026)

Recreational starfish (order asteroidea) 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: No more than 5 individuals of each species per…

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Recreational Starfish (Order Asteroidea) rules in Florida

Where: Statewide
Bag limit: Bag Limits/Remarks: No more than 5 individuals of each species per person per day in 20-organism aggregate; bag limit of 2 live shells (includes Echinoderms) of any single species per harvester per day in Manatee County; harvest prohibited in Lee County; harvest of Bahama Starfish ( Oreaster reticulatus) prohibited

*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 starfish (order asteroidea) can I keep in Florida?

Bag Limits/Remarks: No more than 5 individuals of each species per person per day in 20-organism aggregate; bag limit of 2 live shells (includes Echinoderms) of any single species per harvester per day in Manatee County; harvest prohibited in Lee County; harvest of Bahama Starfish ( Oreaster reticulatus) prohibited.

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