Florida Crappie (Speckled Perch) Rules
Copied from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) on October 17, 2026.
The statewide freshwater limit for crappie.
The rule (Statewide freshwater rule)
| Bag limit | 25 crappie per day |
|---|---|
| Minimum size | None |
| Maximum size | None |
| Season | No closed season in the statewide rules |
| Possession / vessel limit | No more than two days’ bag limit |
Statewide rule. Some waters have special limits, so check the water you are on.
Check the source
Official page: https://myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/regulations/general/. Rules change, so always confirm on the official page before keeping a fish. Some waters (certain lakes, rivers, parks and Fish Management Areas) have their own rules.
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