16 species tracked across Florida's inshore and offshore waters.
Pogonias cromis
Large drum species found in estuaries. Can reach impressive sizes.
Rachycentron canadum
Large pelagic fish often found near buoys and wrecks. Excellent table quality.
Centropomus undecimalis
Prized sport fish found around mangroves and inlets. Sensitive to cold temperatures.
Trachinotus carolinus
Excellent eating fish found in surf. Silver body with yellow fins.
Mycteroperca microlepis
Popular reef fish with excellent table quality. Found around structure.
Scomberomorus cavalla
Large mackerel species prized by anglers. Strong fighter found offshore.
Lutjanus synagris
Small snapper with distinctive yellow stripes and pink spot.
Lutjanus griseus
Versatile species found from mangroves to offshore reefs. Excellent eating.
Trachinotus falcatus
Highly prized sport fish. Challenging to catch on flats and around wrecks.
Sciaenops ocellatus
Popular game fish with distinctive black spot near tail. Found in shallow coastal waters.
Epinephelus morio
Common grouper species in Gulf waters. Reddish-brown coloration.
Archosargus probatocephalus
Bottom feeder with strong teeth. Found around structures and pilings.
Scomberomorus maculatus
Fast-swimming pelagic fish with gold spots. Common in spring and fall.
Cynoscion nebulosus
Popular inshore species with distinctive spots. Found over grass flats and sandy bottoms.
Megalops atlanticus
Large powerful fish known for spectacular jumps. Migrates along Florida coast.
Ocyurus chrysurus
Beautiful snapper with yellow tail and lateral stripe. Excellent table fare.