Can I Keep?Yellowmouth Grouper Regulations by State (2026)
Recreational yellowmouth grouper size limits, bag limits and seasons in 4 US coastal states, each from the state's fishery agency. Where a state has several rules, the first is shown; open the state for all of them.
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| State | Size limit | Bag limit | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida (2 rules) | Min. Size Limit: State: 20" TL; Federal: None | Daily Bag Limit: Up to 4 per person within 4 grouper aggregate | Season: State: Open year-round; Federal: Closed Feb. 1-March 31… |
| Louisiana | — | 4 per person | — |
| Mississippi | Minimum length in inches: No Limit | Number of fish bag/possession: 4 | — |
| South Carolina (2 rules) | 20-inch TL | 3 per person | There are no closed seasons in state waters (out to 3 miles offshore). |