The regulations listed below are currently in effect for the 2019 season.[/b]
NYS Recreation Marine Fishing Registry is not required for taking crab and whelk recreationally. A Recreational Lobster Permit is required, please contact the Marine Permit Office at (631) 444-0470.
These regulations may change, please visit http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7894.html for the most updated version. The official regulation by the Department of State are the official source of DEC regulations.
| SPECIES | MINIMUM SIZE (Total Length in Inches) | DAILY POSSESSION LIMITS (Number of Fish) | OPEN SEASONS |
|---|---|---|---|
| American lobster (10) Recreational permit required. | 3 3/8" minimum carapace length 5¼" maximum carapace length | 6 | LMA 4: closed Apr. 30 through May 31 LMA 6: closed Sept. 8 through Nov. 28 All other LMAs: open all year |
| Blue crab (10) Hard shell Soft shell Peeler/Shedder (11) | 4 ½" 3 ½” 3" | 50 | All year |
| Crabs# (except blue or blue-claw crabs |
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