Description: Florida Fishing near Sarasota FL often results in a battle with an Amberjack. Amberjack have a dark stripe that extends from nose to in front of dorsal fin and "lights up" when fish is in feeding mode; no scutes; soft dorsal base less than twice the length of the anal fin base.
Food Value: Wonderful fresh, smoked or deep fried.
Where found: Amberjack are an offshore species associated with rocky reefs, debris, and wrecks, typically in 60 - 240 feet of water; sometimes caught nearshore in south Florida.
Size: Common to 40 pounds.
Florida Amberjack Record: 142 lbs.
Amberjack Fishing Techniques: Casting, Drifting, Still Fishing and Trolling.
Remarks: Amberjack are the largest of the jacks; thought to spawn offshore throughout most of the year; feeds on squid, fish, and crustaceans. We are located 30 minutes south of Sarasota, FL in Venice, Fla. To book a Florida Fishing trip call Captain Tom at 941-544-6138, |
