The new regulation defines total length as the greatest straight line measurement from the tip of the jaw to the farthest extent of the tail with lobes compressed, ending years of informal guidance.

How long is that fish? The length is important to know, as many species of fish have a minimum length that can be legally kept. Some, like red drum, also have a maximum size that can be kept. Many ...

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) tentatively approved a new size limit for trout as well as a formal defined way to measure the length of a fish. During the PFBC’s quarterly board ...

The commission is also considering acquiring public fishing access on three parts of Walnut Creek in Erie County. A ...

Use these guidelines to measure fish correctly: 1. Place fish on its side on a flat board with the jaw closed. 2. Squeeze the tail fin together or turn it in a way to obtain the maximum overall length ...

Q: Is there a "gray area" or courtesy consideration given when measuring fish on a lake or river with special regulations? Could I really get a ticket for a fish that is one-eighth of an inch too ...