Can I Keep?Monkfish (Goosefish) Regulations in Rhode Island (2026)
Recreational monkfish (goosefish) rules in Rhode Island saltwater, as published by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Division of Marine Fisheries. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
17" whole; 11" tail
Bag limit
50 lbs tails/day or 166 lbs whole/day
Season
1/1 - 12/31
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Recreational Monkfish (Goosefish) rules in Rhode Island
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- 17" whole; 11" tail
- Bag limit
- 50 lbs tails/day or 166 lbs whole/day
- Season
- 1/1 - 12/31
Quick answers
What is the monkfish (goosefish) size limit in Rhode Island?
17" whole; 11" tail.
How many monkfish (goosefish) can I keep in Rhode Island?
50 lbs tails/day or 166 lbs whole/day.
When is monkfish (goosefish) season in Rhode Island?
1/1 - 12/31. 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: Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Division of Marine Fisheries. Most anglers need a Rhode Island saltwater license or registry: get one here.