Florida Pompano Fishing Charters
Trachinotus carolinus
Florida Pompano is one of the most highly prized fish in the Southeast, commanding top dollar at fish markets and restaurants. Party boats and drift boats targeting nearshore waters catch these beautiful silver fish, especially in spring and fall.
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Boats That Fish for Florida Pompano
About Florida Pompano
Party boats find Pompano over sandy bottoms, along beaches, and near inlets in relatively shallow water, typically 10 to 40 feet. Small jigs tipped with shrimp or Fishbites, and live sand fleas or shrimp, are the most productive baits. Pompano often travel in schools along the bottom, following the sand flea beds.
The fight is sporty and fun. Pompano make quick runs and put up a surprising amount of resistance for their size. Their laterally compressed body acts like a flat plate in the current, adding to the challenge. Most fish run 1 to 3 pounds, with larger fish reaching 5 to 6 pounds.
Quick Facts
- Size range
- 1 to 5 lbs
- Habitat
- Inshore/Nearshore
- Fight
- Moderate
- Edibility
- Excellent
