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pelagic
Almaco Jack
Seriola rivoliana
A deep-bodied amberjack cousin that fights brutally over wrecks and humps. Firm, excellent flesh — often better eating than amberjack.
Where to find them
Deep wrecks, reefs, and offshore humps in 80-400 ft.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- No statewide size limit
- Bag limit
- Within lesser amberjack/almaco aggregate (2 per harvester)
- Season
- Open year-round
Managed within the lesser amberjack/almaco jack aggregate, 2 per harvester.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- No statewide size limit
- Bag limit
- 2 within aggregate
- Season
- Open year-round
Same statewide aggregate.
Top Baits
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