White Grunt Fishing Charters
Haemulon plumierii
White Grunt is a common reef fish found on party boat trips throughout Florida and the South Atlantic. While not a glamour species, these plentiful fish provide steady action and surprisingly good eating for anglers looking to fill the cooler.
- Party boats
- 8
- States
- 2
About White Grunt
Party boats encounter White Grunt over coral reefs, hard bottom, and wrecks in depths of 30 to 100 feet. Small pieces of squid, shrimp, or cut bait fished near the bottom produce consistent bites. Grunts get their name from the distinctive grunting sound they make by grinding their teeth.
White Grunt are cooperative biters that fight with short, spirited runs. Most fish run 0.5 to 2 pounds, with larger fish reaching 3 pounds. They often school up around structure, so when you catch one, more are likely on the way.
Quick Facts
- Size range
- 0.5 to 3 lbs
- Habitat
- Nearshore Reefs
- Fight
- Light
- Edibility
- Good
