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Fishing regulations at Manatee Bay, FL
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Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Crevalle jack as of April 14th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
Seasons
Special gear
Bag limit = 100 pounds
If you catch a Crevalle jack over 36" fork length for adults (or 27" fork length youth), enter it into the Saltwater Reel Big Fish program to be recognized. For more information or to register your catch, visit Catch a Florida Memory.
This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com Visit their website for more information.
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FAQ about Manatee Bay fishing
- Crevalle jack - 3 members reported to have caught this fish
- Common snook - 3 members reported to have caught this fish
- Mangrove snapper - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
- @braydenmcneil reported a nice Mangrove snapper.
- @braydenmcneil reported a nice Mangrove snapper.
- @samwashburn98 reported a nice Crevalle jack.
- @SpartyFish reported a nice Crevalle jack.
- @jexpo reported a nice Common snook.
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