It is unlawful to harvest, possess, land, purchase, sell, or exchange this species.
Regulation Boundary:
CA State Waters
Synonyms:
Black Sea BassStereolepis gigas
May not be taken off California. All fish taken incidental to other fishing activity shall be immediately returned to the water where taken.
Limit: Two per angler per trip when fishing south of United States-Mexico border. A valid fishing permit or license from the Mexican government constitutes proof that fish were taken legally.