The
spotted sea trout is the most common fish in the
area. Although they are not the most aggressive
fighters, trout will take a number of artificial
and live baits. They inhabit the grass flats,
canals, bays and river systems across Florida.
Captain Shawn enjoys using top water plugs for
trout since nothing beats a top water hit. Trout
will "hammer" a surface lure. Captain
Shawn use's a barb-less hook when fishing for
trout since they are delicate fish. This insures
a safe catch and release. Trout are a good eating
fish. Mosquito lagoon
is famous for its "Gator Trout".
Spotted
sea trout males average 19 inches in length. Females
are 25 inches long on average. Males and females
weigh 2 to 3 pounds . Distinguishing characteristics
include a dark gray or green back and silvery-white
below, with distinct round spots on back, fins
and tail; black margin along the edge of tail;
soft dorsal (back) fin with no scales; and one
or two prominent canine teeth usually present
at the tip of the upper jaw.
Anglers
looking to sight fish large trout will be on the
water and already fishing before the sun starts
to rise. Fishing around the schools of bait fish,
a big top water lure will draw out a few nice
fish. The months of March through May we find
the biggest sea trout in our area. These fish
are a great when young kids are on the boat. A
shrimp with a pop'in bobber will keep them on
thier feet for hours reeling in fish.
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