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Grouper bite is on fire in December near
December 09, 2024 Belleair Bluffs 5 photos
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Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
Grouper (Red)
Grunt
Grunt
Seabass (Black)
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mangrove)

Trip Summary

We are definitely up and running after the storms! The Gag and Red Grouper bite has been on fire in December. The nearshore reefs in 35 foot of water are holding good numbers just in time for the Red Grouper season opens on Jan. 1st. There are good numbers of grunt for a table full of fresh fish for the family. We have seen some Grey Triggerfish come over the rails. Hog fish are always a nice treat when they show up. Make sure to have plenty of live or fresh frozen shrimp to bump the odds in your favor. If you have some frozen threadfin for chunk bait or chum, who knows what may show up. We have had good luck on our 4 hour trips with different species of fish. If you want to get out, bring a jacket and warm clothes for the early morning trips and you will be fine. Make sure to book soon as these trips go fast.
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Matthew Karwoski
Belleair-bluffs, Florida, United States
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