December 2, 2022

Black drum and sheepshead are two popular inshore fish on the Gulf and Atlantic Coasts. While these fish are both a blast to catch, there’s more to them than meets the eye. Here’s a breakdown of both species and what makes them unique.

What is a Black Drum

Black drum are a popular specie...

October 8, 2022

What is a Speckled Trout?

Spotted sea trout or speckled trout for short, are usually found in the salty coastal waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Eastern Atlantic. Despite their name, they’re actually more closely related to the drum family rather than the trout family.

September 29, 2022

What is a Redfish?

Redfish or red drum can be found in the inshore waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico where they have become one of the most popular game fish. These beautiful fish generally have a gold to red streamlined body with a distinct black spot on their tail but multi...

September 28, 2022

What is Mahi-Mahi?

The mahi mahi is a fish with a unique appearance that can be found across the world. They are brightly colored blue, yellow, green and often have spots or other patterns found on their body. Mahi mahi is a popular recreational sportfish in the Pacific, Atlantic, and Gulf of...

September 26, 2022

What is an Amberjack?

The greater amberjack, also known as AJ, amberjack, and reef donkey is generally described as being brown to olive on their back with a large head and mouth. Amberjack have a distinct dark stripe that runs from their snout to their tail that will light up when they are fe...

July 18, 2022

Billfish Regulations, Limits, & Seasons

The regulations and limits for billfish can vary quite a bit from one location to another. Its important to know the regulations where you plan to fish to make sure you’re always following the rules. These limits have been set to make sure that these pr...

July 17, 2022

Embarking on the high seas in pursuit of billfish is more than a hobby; it's a passionate pursuit for many anglers around the world. Known for their impressive size and spirited fight, billfish are the epitome of sport fishing's pinnacle challenges. This blog will introduce you to the adrenaline-fue...

July 17, 2022

The Three Major Billfish Species

Billfish is the general name used to describe some pelagic species that have a distinctive spear-shaped bill attached to their upper jaw. These fish include sailfish, swordfish, marlin, and spearfish. Of these fish, the first three mentioned are the most sought...

May 9, 2022

Bonefish in The Keys

Bonefish can be found in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, as well as the Gulf of Mexico, but the best place to hook one is in the Keys. The Florida Keys are known for being an anglers paradise, with bonefish accounting for a majority of the trips that are run. Even though...

May 2, 2022

Whether you're fishing for bass on a lake or hunting for a pelagic species offshore, every fisher is in the pursuit of a record, but some fish are downright massive. Below are 5 of the biggest fish species you can target and catch if you're ready to fight to get them onboard.

1. Blue Ma...

April 10, 2022

Do Offshore Wind Farms Affect Fishing?

Plans to construct offshore wind farms have been in the works since the Trump administration proposed plans to construct wind generators off the East Coast. This part of the Atlantic Ocean is a major contributor to the commercial fishing industry, which...

April 4, 2022

It doesn't take a professional angler to look at a map of Cape Cod and know that the fishing is great. The picturesque peninsula extends over 60 miles into the Atlantic Ocean and covers over 400 miles of shoreline. Scattered throughout the Cape are inshore bays and harbors that have seen their fair...

March 30, 2022

What is a Tilefish?

Tilefish are quirky fish that live in extremely deep waters and require specialized fishing gear just to reach them. Species of tilefish can be found in both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, where they are commonly sought after as table fare. These fish have a distinct, sle...

March 23, 2022

Bonito are streamlined predatory fish that can be found in both the Atlantic and Pacific ocean. These fish are often found in large schools and blow up anything they think is food, making them a favorite among anglers. While specifically targeting bonito is less common, these fish fight hard and mak...

March 18, 2022

What is a Goliath Grouper?

The goliath grouper is the largest grouper species and in the Atlantic Ocean can be found from Florida to Brazil. This titanic fish can grow over eight feet long and weigh up to 800 pounds, but surprisingly, these monster fish generally live in less than 150 feet of...

March 10, 2022

What’s a Triggerfish?

Triggerfish are oval-shaped fish with large heads, small mouths, small eyes, buck teeth, and three dorsal spines that give this fish its name. The first two spines work together to create a unique locking mechanism that is used to hide from potential threats. When these...

February 28, 2022

Fishing Slams

Anglers who love to challenge themselves will thoroughly enjoy fishing slams. Fishing slams are pretty straightforward, catch a certain number of fish in a set amount of time, in theory, it’s just that easy. When it comes to the slams themselves there are official IGFA Slams and...

December 7, 2021

Key West is a rare place where you can burn through a bucket list or catch a personal record with just a short trip. Being the furthest west of all the Florida Keys puts it in the perfect position to take advantage of the best fishing grounds in all directions. The [deep sea fi...

December 6, 2021

What is an Amberjack?

The greater amberjack, also known as AJ, amberjack, and reef donkey is generally described as being brown to olive on their back with a large head and mouth. Amberjack have a distinct dark stripe that runs from their snout to their tail that wil...

September 23, 2021

If you read the title and thought to yourself “Wait, there’s a difference?” you are not alone. The names “bonito,” “skipjack,” and “little tunny” (and even “false albacore”) are used almost interchangeably everywhere from colloquially to online resources claiming to be experts.

For those of you...