Florida pompano is an excellent fish to broil, bake, and pan and deep-fat fry, which is why recreational fisherman look for them year-round to catch down here in Southwest Florida. Not to mention, they also have a great fighting ability on a light tackle. On a Naples fishing charter, with Chasin’ Tales, you’ll be able to catch pompano, as well as many other species that are great table fare.
Here are some quick facts about Florida pompano found in Florida State waters:
- They are part of the Jack family.
- These fish spawn offshore between March and September.
- They can be found along beaches, oyster banks, grassbeds and in water as deep as 150 feet .
- There is a minimum size limit of 11 inches, and a daily bag limit of 6 fish per angler; only one fish can be larger than 20 inches.
- They can grow up to 25 inches and 9 pounds. In Florida, they usually are less than 3 pounds and under 17 inches.
- The Florida state record caught was 8 lbs 4 oz.
- They are a blueish greenish in color fading to silver; their fins are yellowish in color. They have a compressed body and short snout. They have a deeply forked tail.
- Their movement depends on the tide and temperature.
- One filet of Florida pompano is around 186 calories.
- Their lifespan is about 3 to 4 years.
- They are found in saltier warm waters around 70 to 89 degrees F.
- The state of Florida produces more than 90 percent of the annual harvest of pompano in the country.
Hungry? If you’re looking for ways to prepare some pompano, I’ve provided a few links below.
Fishing Charters for Florida pompano in Southwest Florida
Looking to bring some delicious pompano home? Book a fishing charter in Naples with Chasin Tales’. Call today at 239-216-0378. For more information, visit Naples fishing charters and rates.