Md. Code Regs. 08.02.21.02

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 08.02.21.02 - Recreational

A. Season. The recreational season is open year round.

B. Size.

(1) Except as provided in §B(2) of this regulation, the minimum size for yellow perch harvested from waters of the State is 9 inches total length.

(2) There is no minimum size for yellow perch harvested from reservoirs, lakes, ponds, impoundments, and waters upstream of them.

C. Creel and Possession Limits.

(1) Except as provided in §C(2) of this regulation, the daily catch and possession limit for yellow perch is ten fish per person per day.

(2) There is no daily catch limit for reservoirs, lakes, ponds, impoundments, and waters upstream of them.

D. Reporting. A recreational angler shall cooperate with Department-approved surveys and catch inspections necessary for harvest and by-catch determination, and biological characterization.

Md. Code Regs. 08.02.21.02