I can only ask one question, how was the grouper sandwich? The grouper bite has been has been on fire and I continue to see that going on all summer. Great fish, hard fighting and wonderful reward. Enough about that fish, let’s talk about the others.
Dolphin (mahi mahi) catch numbers over the past month have been down. I have spoken to lots of anglers and captains and they are all saying go to deep water. I was in 185 feet of water last month and got nothing. The fish last month were being caught in the 250 to 1,000 foot range, and they were big. This month, and going into the summer months, the waters are going to be warmer and the fish should be moving in closer to shore. I would start looking for them in the 80 foot mark and out, and remember to look for the weed lines and color changes. Troll skirted and naked ballyhoo for best results. What is best skirted color to use I can’t say. I have been catching them on the blue/white, red/white and green/yellow.
As always, I ask that you please don’t overflow the box. You can always go out and have another wonderful day on the water. This fish grows so fast that the one you let go today will be bigger tomorrow.
The amberjack bite continues to be strong. Look for them in the 180 to 250 foot mark. They are being taken on live and cut baits so make sure you have plenty of both. These fish will wear you out so remember to have plenty of fluids on board.
Kingfish will be moving in closer to shore as the bait fish move in. These fish always put up a great fight and will test your tackle as well, remember to use wire leader.