What is the best month to catch grouper?
The best time of year for catching groper in the gulf of Mexico is from October through the end of the season in December, however, they can be caught all year long The best month is May as they start there cycle runs.. Since these fish are so strong on their initial run we use extremely heavy tackle to keep them out of the structure and into your cooler. Catching grouper in the gulf of mexico is one of the highlights of every angler who visits the Sarasota area each year,
Where is the best place to catch grouper?
Grouper are relatively plentiful and can be found in most US coastal waters, but they are especially common around the waters of Florida and the Gulf of Mexico.
Is grouper easy to catch?
Catching them is not difficult. Red grouper are typically one of the easiest fish to coax into feeding. Fresh cut bait or frozen sardines will often out-fish the friskiest live baits.
How do you rig for grouper fishing?
The rig consists of an egg sinker sliding on an 18-inch piece of 100-pound mono between two swivels. A 6-foot piece of 100-pound mono leads to a circle hook, with the size depending on the bait. “If I’m fishing for gags, my favorite bait is a live golden spot or a pin-fish
For the first time since 1990, Florida to let people catch and take Goliath Grouper out of the water?
The skeletal structure of a large goliath grouper cannot support its weight out of the water and if brought aboard a vessel or removed from the water, the fish may sustain fatal injuries. FWC recommends anglers also keep smaller goliath groupers in the water when removing a hook.
Is grouper better than snapper?
Snapper is slightly sweeter and the meat more delicate, especially when grilled, than Grouper. Most compare its flavor and texture to be similar to that of halibut or sea bass. Grouper on the other hand is milder or more subtle in flavor making it perfect for absorbing either dressings or marinades.