Your Copy Fishing Many varieties of fish are gathered from Florida waters. The angler has his choice of shellfish, bass, bream, bonefish, tarpon, or even catch blue crabs in a net.
Saltwater fish are varied and abundant in the Gulf and ocean off the shores of the entire state.
Common varieties include pompano, mackerel, bluefish, redfish, snapper, snook, grouper, trout, tarpon, sailfish, marlin and shark. Crawfish, oysters, stone crabs, clams and scallops may also be harvested from the ocean, in season. Salt and freshwater fishing both require a license unless you are fishing from a boat or pier that has its own license. Many bait and tackle shops and sporting goods stores can provide you with the proper documentation. Many fish can be seen in South Florida.