Okeechobee Fishing Reports

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SPECIES SPOTLIGHT: Longnose Gar

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.Dec 30th, 2015

Protected: SPECIES SPOTLIGHT: White Catfish

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Protected: SPECIES SPOTLIGHT: Black Crappie

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Protected: SPECIES SPOTLIGHT: CHAIN PICKEREL

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.Sep 29th, 2015

SPECIES SPOTLIGHT: Snook

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.Aug 26th, 2015

Species Spotlight: Redear Sunfish

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. Jul 31st, 2015

Species Spotlight: Jaguar Guapote

Name: Jaguar Guapote Status: Non-native Native Range: Atlantic slope of Central and South America Florida Range: Coastal canal system of … Jul 1st, 2015