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Black Drum
Pogonias cromis
A heavyweight cousin of the redfish that grows enormous. Smaller "puppy drum" are great eating; trophy fish are pure tug-of-war.
Where to find them
Channels, bridges, oyster bars, and docks; root for crustaceans, often in deeper holes.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 14"-24" total length
- Bag limit
- 5 per person per day
- Season
- Open year-round
Slot of 14-24" protects the largest breeders statewide.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 14"-24" total length
- Bag limit
- 5 per person per day
- Season
- Open year-round
Same statewide slot and bag.
Top Baits
live shrimpcut crabdead shrimpclams