Can I Keep?Atlantic menhaden Regulations in New York (2026)
Recreational atlantic menhaden rules in New York saltwater, as published by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Marine Resources. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
No size limit
Bag limit
100
Season
All year
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Recreational Atlantic menhaden rules in New York
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- No size limit
- Bag limit
- 100
- Possession
- 100
- Season
- All year
- Regulations were last changed on May 12, 2026 and are subject to change at any time.
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- Statewide
- Bag limit
- Trip limit: 20,000 lbs. daily
- Quota managed species table: Open — trip limit 20,000 lbs. daily (effective 1/1/26)
Quick answers
What is the atlantic menhaden size limit in New York?
No size limit.
How many atlantic menhaden can I keep in New York?
100.
When is atlantic menhaden season in New York?
All year. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
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Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Marine Resources. Most anglers need a New York saltwater license or registry: get one here.