Species guide

Saltwater

Gray triggerfish

Gulf state and federal waters

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

Gulf state waters

Season
Open through Thu, Dec 31
Open dates
Aug 1–Dec 31Earlier dates this season are on the official page.
Size
At least 15 inches fork length
Bag
1 a day per person
  • Legal gear: hook and line, spears, gigs
  • Reef fish gear requirements apply

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

Gulf federal waters

Season
Open through Thu, Dec 31
Open dates
Aug 1–Dec 31Earlier dates this season are on the official page.
Size
At least 15 inches fork length
Bag
1 a day per person
Note
Within the 20 reef fish aggregate
  • Early closures are possible if the quota is reached

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

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