Flounder Fishing in Florida

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Fishing for flounder is a popular activity in Florida.

Flounder fishing is a popular recreational activity in Florida. Experienced fishermen catch more flounder than beginners because the flounder bite on a fishing line is extremely subtle and difficult to detect.

  1. Types of Flounder

    • Two types of flounder live in Florida: summer and southern. The southern flounder tends to be larger than the summer variety.

    Location of Flounder

    • Large flounder are located mostly in the northern portion of Florida, while the smaller flounder live in the southern portion of the state. The best places to fish for flounder are the small inlets and backwater bays near the Atlantic Ocean or Gulf of Mexico. The peak season for flounder fishing is in the fall.

    Flounder Bait

    • Flounder fishermen use live finger mullet and bull minnows when fishing for flounder.

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  • Photo Credit flounder image by Christian Schoettler from Fotolia.com

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