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Red Drum (Redfish)
Sciaenops ocellatus
Hard-pulling copper-colored bruiser identified by the signature tail spot. A staple of flats and backcountry sight-fishing.
Where to find them
Grass flats, oyster bars, mangrove edges, and potholes; tailing in shallow water on higher tides.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 18"-27" total length
- Bag limit
- 1 per person per day
- Season
- Open year-round
Statewide 1-fish bag. No harvest of redfish over the slot.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 18"-27" total length
- Bag limit
- 1 per person per day
- Season
- Open year-round
Statewide 1-fish bag.
Top Baits
live shrimpcut mulletgold spoonssoft plastics