Can I Keep?Blacktip shark Regulations in Louisiana (2026)
Recreational blacktip shark rules in Louisiana saltwater, as published by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
None
Bag limit
None
Season
Open year-round in state waters
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Recreational Blacktip shark rules in Louisiana
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- None
- Bag limit
- None
- Possession
- None
- Season
- Open year-round in state waters
- Regulations differ in federal waters
Quick answers
What is the blacktip shark size limit in Louisiana?
None.
How many blacktip shark can I keep in Louisiana?
None.
When is blacktip shark season in Louisiana?
Open year-round in state waters. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
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More other species in Louisiana
- Atlantic sharpnose shark
- Bonnethead shark
- Bull shark
- Prohibited shark and sawfish species
- Sharks (small coastal, large coastal and pelagic groups)
All Louisiana saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Most anglers need a Louisiana saltwater license or registry: get one here.