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Fishes

Snook season opening day (September 1, 2005) draws anglers to Jupiter Inlet.

Popular Fishes

 

Bluefish:

Near shore, inlet, and surf. Migratory; best in winter. Be careful with sharp teeth and strong jaws.

 

Crevalle jack:

Beaches, inlet, estuaries, rivers, into freshwater. Generally not prized for the table, but challenging and fun to catch and release.

 

Gag grouper:

Usually offshore, on rocks and reefs, but occasionally inshore and in estuaries.

 

Mutton snapper:

Offshore wrecks and reefs. Inshore sea grass beds, mangrove shore, and canals. Check latest regulations for size and season limits.

 

 Wahoo:

Offshore, blue water. Feeds on squid and small fish. Famed for its lightning fast run when hooked.
Snook:

Usually inshore in coastal and brackish waters, along mangrove shorelines, seawalls, and bridges; also on reefs and pilings. Check latest regulations for size and season limits.
Dolphin (mahi-mahi):

Offshore, especially in Gulf Stream, often under floating cover. Feeds on flying fish and squid.
King mackerel:

Nearshore and offshore, sometimes from piers and in the surf.
Spanish sardine:

Effective live, fresh, or frozen baitfish. Use a cast net or purchase from bait shops or on-the-water vendors.

Illustrations by Diane Rome Peebles; provided by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Division of Marine Fisheries Management Captions adapted from Fishing Lines, publication of the FWC.





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