When Is The Best Time To Catch Grouper?
What is the best time to catch grouper ? This question has been asked countless times by anglers all over Florida. There are three primary species of groupers that are heavily targeted by anglers throughout the state - red, gag and black. However many people don't realize that each one of these species have different habitat preferences or behaviors which could affect when and where they can be found. Below we will take a look at the habits and habitats of these three species so you'll know exactly when to catch grouper! Red Grouper The red grouper, also known as the bourbon or pinky, is one of Florida's most popular seafood delicacies. The largest red grouper recorded in Florida was caught in 1969 off of Dania Beach and weighed an astonishing 204 lbs. Red grouper is found throughout the Gulf of Mexico, most commonly between Sarasota in the north all the way down to Key West in the south. They are also found in abundance around patch reefs, oyster bars, bridge pilings and...