Captain
Richard Byrd

Member since November 2023 West Palm Beach, United States
Background
Captain Richard Byrd had been a longtime fisherman throughout the state of Florida. Starting off as a Bass guide, then to an inshore saltwater fishing guide then on to the final stage as an offshore charter boat captain. He is an experienced fisherman as well as a super friendly person to fish with.

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West Palm Beach, United States
Background
Captain Richard Byrd had been a longtime fisherman throughout the state of Florida. Starting off as a Bass guide, then to an inshore saltwater fishing guide then on to the final stage as an offshore charter boat captain. He is an experienced fisherman as well as a super friendly person to fish with.
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Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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Our Team
Rudi M.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Byrd Dog Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(22 reviews)
West Palm Beach
 Last booking: 13 hours ago
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Trips from US $1,250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 22 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (24)
Amazing Experience
Amazing Experience
Kingfish, Bonitas, and a Shark
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Matthew V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Caught a Shark!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on March 10, 2026
My 8 year old says โ€œbest day ever!โ€ And my 12 year old said Nano is his hero for helping him reel in the shark, tuna, rainbow...
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M H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing Experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 13, 2026
Captain Rich, Dave and boat dog Ellie were knowledgeable and placed us over some of the best off-shore spots near PB. We moved...
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David P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Kingfish, Bonitas, and a Shark

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 31, 2025
Chilly morning but the bite was hot thanks to Byrd Dog Charters. Captain Richard and first mate Maddie were fantasticโ€”they...
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Andrew T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Byrd Doggin Fish!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 12, 2025
We had an incredible day on the water with Richard and his crew! We caught almost a dozen fish and the crew did so much work...
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Craig B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on February 20, 2026
Was the perfect trip with great music and fun times.
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