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Last Updated:
November 13, 2009
   
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Species
Closed Season
Possess Limit
Min. - Size
Bay Scallops
4/1 - 10/1
10 Bu/day including Annual shells *
Well - defined
growth line
Conchs
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2 3/4" width
Surf Clams
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400 Bu/48 hr
5"
Oysters
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3"
Soft-shell clams
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2"
Sea Scallops
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3 1/4" height
Quahogs
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1" thickness
Sea Urchins
Scuba: 5/1 - 8/31
Mobile Gear: 5/1 - 9/30
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2" exclude spines
* subject to modification by Town Regulations
  Minimum size measured by longest diameter. These sizes are subject to change, contact the Division for further information.

The taking of shellfish, eels and seaworms are subject to the control of the cities and towns. Consult local authorities for regulations and permits. However, the Division of Marine Fisheries has authority to regulate surf clams, ocean quahogs & shellfish taken from certain contaminated areas.

Sale of shellfish: To sell shellfish, an individual must possess a town/city commercial shellfish permit, a state commercial fisherman permit endorsed for shellfish, and a shellfish ID card issued by the Division of Marine Fisheries.

 
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