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Fishing regulations at Dudley Creek, CT
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Fishing regulations in Connecticut can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.
Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Scup as of May 4th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
Seasons
Bag limit
Min size
Measurement
Exceptions to general regulations:
Minimum size: 9.5 inches for shore anglers (including Enhanced Opportunity Fishing Sites)
Party/Charter Vessel Bonus Season (For paying passengers only):
- May 1 - August 31: 30 scup per angler;
- September 1 - October 31: 40 scup per angler
- November 1 - December 31: 30 scup per angler
Stenotomus chrysops
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FAQ about Dudley Creek fishing
- Scup - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
- Bluefish - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- Striped searobin - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @jaysonlacanilao reported a nice Striped searobin.
- @jaysonlacanilao reported a nice Scup.
- @cthulhu22 reported a nice Scup.
- @jaysoutdoorlife reported a nice Bluefish.
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