Description:A Florida Sea Fishing Charter gem. Cobia are a long, slim fish with broad depressed head; lower jaw projects past upper jaw; dark lateral stripe extends through eye to tail; first dorsal fin comprised of 7 to 9 free spines; when young, has conspicuous alternating black and white horizontal stripes.
Food Value: Excellent. Very unique taste.
Where found: Inshore and Offshore inhabiting inlets, bays, and among mangroves; frequently seen around bouys, pilings, and wrecks.
Size: Common to 30 pounds.
Florida Cobia Record: 103 lbs., 12 ozs.
Cobia Fishing Techniques: Casting, Drifting, Still Fishing and Trolling.
Remarks: Cobia spawn in spring and early summer; feeds on crabs, squid, and small fish. They can often be seen basking in the sun. Cobia are a very inquisitive fish, they often come right up to the boat where you can toss just about anything to the and hook up. To book a Florida Sea Fishing Trip call Capt. Tom at 941-544-6138
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