Can I Keep?Scup (Porgy) Regulations in New York (2026)
Recreational scup (porgy) 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.
Limits differ by area — the summary below is the first published rule; see every rule underneath.
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Recreational Scup (Porgy) rules in New York
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- Shore-based anglers: 9.5" Vessel-based anglers: 11"
- Bag limit
- 30
- Possession
- 30
- Season
- May 1 - Dec 31
- A party/charter boat customer who lands and possesses more than 30 scup during September 1 - October 31 must obtain a dated original fare receipt from the licensed vessel.
- Regulations were last changed on May 12, 2026 and are subject to change at any time.
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- 11"
- Bag limit
- 30 40 30
- Possession
- 30 40 30
- Season
- May 1 - Aug 31 Sept 1 - Oct 31 Nov 1 - Dec 31
- Applies to: PARTY/CHARTER BOAT ANGLERS
- A party/charter boat customer who lands and possesses more than 30 scup during September 1 - October 31 must obtain a dated original fare receipt from the licensed vessel.
- Regulations were last changed on May 12, 2026 and are subject to change at any time.
Quick answers
What is the scup (porgy) size limit in New York?
Shore-based anglers: 9.5" Vessel-based anglers: 11" (for the first listed area; other areas may differ — see above).
How many scup (porgy) can I keep in New York?
30 (for the first listed area; other areas may differ — see above).
When is scup (porgy) season in New York?
May 1 - Dec 31. 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.