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Sheepshead

Archosargus probatocephalus

The convict fish — striped, with humanlike teeth for crushing barnacles and crabs. A structure specialist and a notorious bait-stealer with sweet, white fillets.

Where to find them

Docks, pilings, bridges, jetties, and reefs; anywhere with barnacles and shellfish.

Regulations by Region

Atlantic Coast

Season open

Size limit: 12" total length
Bag limit: 8 per person per day
Season: Open year-round

12" minimum, 8 per harvester per day statewide.

Gulf Coast

Season open

Size limit: 12" total length
Bag limit: 8 per person per day
Season: Open year-round

Same statewide rules; reduced vessel limit during March spawning in some areas.

Top Baits

fiddler crabslive shrimpbarnaclessand fleas

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