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Family Sciaenidae, DRUMS
Cynoscion nebulosus
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Description: Spotted Seatrout are dark gray or green above, with sky blue tinges shading to silvery and white below; numerous distinct round black spots on back, extending to the dorsal fins and tail; black margin on posterior of tail; no barbels; no scales on the soft dorsal fin; one or two prominent canine teeth usually present at tip of upper jaw. Food Value: Very good. Where Found: INSHORE and/or NEARSHORE over grass, sand and sandy bottoms. Size: Common to 4 pounds. Florida Spotted Seatrout Record: 15 lbs., 6 ozs. Spotted Seatrout Fishing Techniques: Still fishing; Drifting; Casting. Remarks: The Spotted Seatrout matures during first or second year and spawns INSHORE from March through November; often in association with seagrass beds; lives mainly in estuaries and moves only short distances; adults feed mainly on shrimp and small fish; prefers water temperatures between 58 and 81 degrees F and may be killed if trapped in shallow water during cold weather; longevity 8 to 10 years. We are located two hours from Orlando Florida Just south of Sarasota Florida. To book a Deep Sea Fishing Excursion call Capt. Tom at 941-544-6138. |
