Species guide

Saltwater

Banded rudderfish

Atlantic and Gulf state waters

Summary for convenience; official FWC rules control. Not legal advice.

Season and limits

Season
Open all year
Size
14–22 inches fork length (slot)
Bag
5 a day per person
Note
Aggregate of lesser amberjack and banded rudderfish
  • Legal gear: spears, gigs, hook and line, seine, cast net
  • Reef fish gear requirements apply

Source: FWC, Amberjack · last checked Oct 4, 2026

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