Gars represent a primitive armored fish from Florida’s pre-historic past. There are four species of gar fish that inhabit Florida’s waters; the Alligator Gar, the Florida Gar, the Spotted Gar and the Longnose Gar. The Longnose Gar is a common species in Lake Okeechobee and nearby lakes and streams.Okeechobee EditionDec 30th, 2015
One of the most popular inshore game fish in south Florida is the snook which are known for their fighting ability as well as their table fare. The word snook comes from the Dutch word “snoek” meaning pike.Okeechobee EditionAug 26th, 2015
The Redear Sunfish is one of three panfish species targeted by local fishermen. The common name for the panfish is Shellcracker. It generally resembles a bluegill with the exception of coloration and size. Okeechobee EditionJul 31st, 2015
Name: Jaguar Guapote Status: Non-native Native Range: Atlantic slope of Central and South America Florida Range: Coastal canal system of … Okeechobee EditionJul 1st, 2015