It seems like during the last few weeks I've been spending more time in the keys then right here in my home waters. Now that I'm back it is time to catch up on the latest action. Dolphin a.k.a. mahi mahi have been one of the primary targets off Miami and the Florida Keys. Most of the fish being caught are schoolies with an occasional 20 pounder in the mix. A few of the schools that I have run into have refused to eat but other times they will chew on anything they can find.
Over the reefs most of the action has consisted of bonitos and a few kingfish. Most of these fish are being caught on live baits like pilchards and herring. Another species that is still roaming the reefs is the mutton snapper. Anglers venturing out in the evening are finding good action on yellowtail and mangrove snapper. These fish give anglers the opportunity to bend a rod without the scorching heat.
Lately there have been several days of calm weather and slow currents and although these aren't ideal conditions for some species it does present an excellent opportunity to fish deeper with the aid of an electric reel. Just yesterday I got an invite from a commercial hook and line fisherman to tag along and of course I didn't turn him down. Fishing with these guys is always interesting an educational. Our plan was to target vermillion and yelloweye snapper and at the end of the day we had a very nice catch. These fish offer a nice alternative when the action slows down for other species.
If you'd like to get in on this action give me a call so that we can put a trip together.
Till Next Time,
Capt. Orlando Muniz (786)266-0171
Nomad Fishing Charters
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