Snook

[theangler]

[size 1]In an effort to help each other get on the fish, we will be adding a series of posts entitled by the type of fishing we are targeting and would like all users who wish to include their "favorite way to catch these fish", "favorite spots" (doesn't have to be exact), "favorite guides for these fish", "tackle tips", "recommended tackle", "beginner tips", "boating techniques" or any other information you feel would be helpful to other anglers targeting this type of fish.[/size]
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[davetclown]

[center][/center][center][font "Arial"]Description: Distinct black lateral line; high, divided dorsal fin; sloping forehead; large mouth, protruding lower jaw; grows much larger than other snooks; pelvic fin yellow.[/font][/center] [center][font "Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"]Where found: From central Florida south, usually Inshore in coastal and brackish waters, along mangrove shorelines, seawalls, and bridges; also on reefs and pilings Nearshore.[/font][/center] [center][font "Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"]Size: Most catches 5 to 8 pounds.[/font][/center] [center][font "Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"]Remarks: Spawns primarily in summer; cannot tolerate water temeratures below 60o F; can tolerate wholly fresh or saltwater; schools along shore and in passes during spawning season; feeds on fish and larger crustaceans.[/font][/center]
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