For an angler there is nothing more exciting than hooking a fish that puts up a real battle. That is why Key West tarpon fishing is so popular. This type of activity provides an experience that cannot be found elsewhere.
These fish can be found off the beach, around bridges, and in shallow flats. The methods used for this particular activity can vary. They can include plugging, trolling, drifting, and bottom or fly fishing. Many times places such as the bridges are fished at the time of a full moon.
This species is extremely large and puts up a real battle. Weights reported were Florida, in 1975, 243 pounds and Africa, in 2003, 286 pounds, 9 ounces. Spawning takes place in the months of April, May, and June, which is a very popular time for this sport. Imagine how many hours it took to land them.
Known as 'Silver Kings', these giant fish are often caught from a charter boat in Key West Harbor. This method is especially popular with visitors as the proper bait and gear is already on hand. The captain and crew are ready to provide any assistance or advice regarding properly landing this particular species.
Many times these fish are located in inland waters such as canals, rivers and other locations. This is because they can survive in fresh water due to what is called a swim bladder. This acts the same as a human's lungs and they can breathe oxygen.
These fish travel in pods but are difficult to catch due to an odd shaped jaw and plate which often prevents the hook from 'setting'. It is not unusual for a large juvenile tarpon to have a length of over two feet. This is strictly a sport fish and is not good for eating.
These fish can be found off the beach, around bridges, and in shallow flats. The methods used for this particular activity can vary. They can include plugging, trolling, drifting, and bottom or fly fishing. Many times places such as the bridges are fished at the time of a full moon.
This species is extremely large and puts up a real battle. Weights reported were Florida, in 1975, 243 pounds and Africa, in 2003, 286 pounds, 9 ounces. Spawning takes place in the months of April, May, and June, which is a very popular time for this sport. Imagine how many hours it took to land them.
Known as 'Silver Kings', these giant fish are often caught from a charter boat in Key West Harbor. This method is especially popular with visitors as the proper bait and gear is already on hand. The captain and crew are ready to provide any assistance or advice regarding properly landing this particular species.
Many times these fish are located in inland waters such as canals, rivers and other locations. This is because they can survive in fresh water due to what is called a swim bladder. This acts the same as a human's lungs and they can breathe oxygen.
These fish travel in pods but are difficult to catch due to an odd shaped jaw and plate which often prevents the hook from 'setting'. It is not unusual for a large juvenile tarpon to have a length of over two feet. This is strictly a sport fish and is not good for eating.
