Offshore , big sheepshead are spawning around the offshore markers and artificial reefs. Grouper are available in water as shallow as 20 feet, and spawning seabass are aggressive in the same areas.
Little tunny are the only striking fish that spend the winter here.
Elsewhere , the best sailfishing of the year has begun off the Palm Beaches. However, anglers can still have some memorable days. Inshore , once again redfish is the best bet for Big Bend anglers, with a few trout in the deeper rivers. Offshore , the best offshore action will be sheepshead, grouper and seabass whenever the wind doesn't blow. This is perhaps the lowest point of the fishing year, but soon things will improve.