Sea Catfish (hazard)

Possession is prohibited in SC (release immediately). Listed for safety only.

Handling and safety

• Venomous, serrated dorsal and pectoral spines

Do not grab it. Pin it with a towel or your foot, unhook with long pliers, or cut the line.

Keep or release

Release immediately; possession prohibited.

South Carolina limits

• Minimum: none
• Maximum: none
• Bag: Possession prohibited
• Season: Release immediately

Last checked 2026-10-07. A summary, not legal advice; the official rules win. SC DNR fishing regulations.

Sources

• SC finfish size and catch limits 2026-2027 (eRegulations, linked from SCDNR), last updated Aug 11, 2026 (Official source)

All the fish of Myrtle Beach