15A NCAC 10C .0410      AmericaN EEl

(a)  The daily creel limit for American eels taken from or possessed, regardless or origin, while boating on or fishing in inland fishing waters is 25.

(b)  The minimum size limit is nine inches.

(c)  There is no closed season.

(d)  Eels greater than nine inches in length and with a minimum body depth greater than ½ inch may be cut for use as bait.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 113-134; 113-292; 113-304; 113-305;

Temporary Adoption Eff. September 1, 2022;

Eff. March 15, 2023.