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What fish are biting in Cocoa Beach right now?

What fish are biting in Cocoa Beach right now?

Inshore Fishing from Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, and Titusville will be targeting Redfish, Sea Trout, Black Drum, some small juvenile Tarpon as well as the elusive Snook in the Banana River, Indian River and the Mosquito Lagoon.

What fish are being caught in the Indian River?

You can find snapper, grouper and tarpon as well as the normal species.” In the northern portion of the river, from Titusville to Scotts-moor, redfish are the main draw. Not just any redfish, but big schools of large redfish. These fish have long been targeted and are strictly catch-and-release.

What’s biting at Ponce Inlet?

Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters Big tarpon, big reds, big sharks, false albacore along with snook and big jacks on the right days make this a fun time of year to fish. Inshore fishing in the Ponce Inlet and Mosquito Lagoon areas has been good for bull redfish and some tarpon.

What fish are in season in May in Florida?

May. In May, at a place like Miami, trout and reds are going to be present in the flats or further onshore. Amberjack and red grouper are better for further out fishing, and triggerfish are also present. If you want something a bit different, vermilion snapper is also active during this warmer month.

Where is the best surf fishing in Florida?

While you’re trying to find your favorite spot, you might want to check out some of the most popular fishing areas in the area, which include: Sanibel Causeway, along any of the causeway islands. Punta Rassa, just before the Sanibel causeway, which is also popular for camping and kite-boarding. Pier on Fort Myers Beach.

Are there alligators in the Indian River?

The Indian River is not actually a river at all. You get a mix of salt and fresh-water birds and wildlife in the lagoon. Dolphins, pelicans and manta rays stay in the saltier water, and manatees, alligators and otters stay mostly in the fresh water.

How do you catch redfish in Ponce Inlet?

“Bull” reds are best caught with natural bait. Fresh cut mullet, larger live mullet (6-8 inches long) and blue crab are the best baits. Both single and double-drop bottom rigs are good. A heavy grabbing sinker is needed to keep baits stationary on the surf bottom.

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Ruth Doyle