Fishing for Red Drum

Why It Matters: Red drum are a popular target for recreational anglers, many of whom travel from across the country to pursue these fish

The current recreational regulation was established in 1988 at the same time the commercial Red Drum fishery was closed

red fish slot size Red Drum Management History • 1988

red drum slot size nc The slot limit remains in effect with anglers only able to keep red drum that measure at least 15 inches but no longer than 23 inches The