Can I Keep?Weakfish (Squeteague) Regulations in Rhode Island (2026)
Recreational weakfish (squeteague) 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
16"
Bag limit
1 fish/person/day
Season
1/1 - 12/31
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Recreational Weakfish (Squeteague) rules in Rhode Island
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- 16"
- Bag limit
- 1 fish/person/day
- Season
- 1/1 - 12/31
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- 16"
- Bag limit
- 100 lbs/day
- Season
- Open Season; 6/1 - 6/30; 8/7 - 11/8; All other times call RIDMF for details
- All other times call RIDMF for details
Quick answers
What is the weakfish (squeteague) size limit in Rhode Island?
16".
How many weakfish (squeteague) can I keep in Rhode Island?
1 fish/person/day.
When is weakfish (squeteague) 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.