All species
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Bonefish
Albula vulpes
The Gray Ghost of the flats — a blistering-fast, ultra-spooky flats target that defines saltwater fly fishing in the Keys. Strictly catch-and-release.
Where to find them
Shallow sand and turtle-grass flats; tail and mud in skinny water on warm, calm days.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- Catch and release only
- Bag limit
- 0 (no harvest)
- Season
- Open year-round (release only)
Bonefish are catch-and-release only statewide and must remain in the water if over the rules.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- Catch and release only
- Bag limit
- 0 (no harvest)
- Season
- Release only
Statewide release-only rules apply.
Top Baits
live shrimpsmall crabsshrimp-pattern fliesbonefish jigs