Yellowfin Grouper in Louisiana
LDWF limits, the LOWA record and Louisiana water for yellowfin grouper.
- 4 a daylimit
- 42.0 lbrecord
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Louisiana yellowfin grouper at a glance
LDWF lists yellowfin grouper in its 2026 saltwater limits as “Grouper: red and yellowfin”. It reads 4 daily in aggregate; not more than 2 red grouper per person; 20″ min total length; season: closed feb. 1-march 31 seaward of the 20-fathom (120 feet) curve.
The LOWA rank-one rod and reel fish weighed 42.0 lb, from Vermilion Blk. 412 in 2002, caught by Jim Becqeut.
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| Pamphlet row | Waters | Daily limit and size | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grouper: red and yellowfin | Louisiana state waters | 4 daily in aggregate; not more than 2 red grouper per person; 20" min total length | Closed Feb. 1-March 31 seaward of the 20-fathom (120 feet) curve |
Possession: Same as daily bag limit unless otherwise noted (pamphlet p.28)
Limits and seasons as printed in the 2026 Louisiana Recreational Fishing Regulations (LDWF pamphlet, updated September 21, 2026), page 29 (pamphlet PDF); confirmed on the LDWF saltwater finfish page October 28, 2026.
yellowfin grouper in the LOWA record book
| Division | Method | Weight | Angler | Water | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| saltwater | Rod & Reel | 42.0 lb | Jim Becqeut | Vermilion Blk. 412 | July 2002 |
Other heavy yellowfin grouper from the list
- 34.36 lb, Malcom MiguesE. Cameron Blks., August 2001
- 29.70 lb, Jock CenacGulf of America, July 2025
- 28.32 lb, Andrew GodleyGarden Banks, September 2024
- 27.75 lb, Malcom MiguesE. Cameron Blks., August 2001
Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association (LOWA), LOWA "Louisiana State Fish Records Official Copy", records current through the record awarded September 25, 2026 (PDF created 2026-09-25); read October 28, 2026.
ROLP rules on yellowfin grouper
A Recreational Offshore Landing Permit, issued at no cost, must be held to keep it, plus the two licenses.
On a for-hire trip the captain's Charter ROLP covers everyone aboard.
LDWF license and permit list in the 2026 Louisiana Recreational Fishing Regulations (LDWF pamphlet, updated September 21, 2026); read October 28, 2026.
Fish sharing a pamphlet line with yellowfin grouper
- Red Groupersaltwater
- Black Groupersaltwater
Pictures of fishing water by Yellowfin Grouper
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Photo: Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0
Photo: Patrick Feller, CC BY 2.0
Photo: Infrogmation of New Orleans, CC BY 3.0
Where Louisiana yellowfin grouper bite, in short answers
Which LDWF rule sets the yellowfin grouper bag?
It is 4 daily in aggregate; not more than 2 red grouper per person; 20" min total length, with the season closed feb. 1-march 31 seaward of the 20-fathom (120 feet) curve.
What does the Louisiana yellowfin grouper record weigh?
Jim Becqeut landed it on Vermilion Blk. 412 in 2002: 42.0 lb (rod and reel).
Which Louisiana waters hold yellowfin grouper?
Louisiana water pages skip it so far.
Do LDWF stocking tables mention yellowfin grouper?
The LDWF release tables read here leave it out.
Does any water have a yellowfin grouper exception?
The pamphlet exceptions do not name it.
What dates apply to Louisiana yellowfin grouper?
The pamphlet season is Closed Feb. 1-March 31 seaward of the 20-fathom (120 feet) curve.
What does a Louisiana license for yellowfin grouper cost?
South of the LDWF saltwater line an angler 18 or older carries a Basic Fishing License plus a Saltwater License: $17 and $15 for residents, $68 and $60 for nonresidents. Add the no-cost ROLP.
How do I claim a Louisiana yellowfin grouper record?
LOWA keeps Louisiana fish records, and LDWF biologists verify the species.
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