White Grunt
Haemulon plumieri
A bread-and-butter reef fish (a.k.a. "grunt") that schools thickly over hard bottom. Easy to catch and surprisingly tasty fried.
Where to find them
Reefs, hard bottom, and rubble in 10-120 ft; school in large numbers.
Regulations by Region
No size or bag limits
This species is currently unregulated in Florida state waters — there is no minimum size or daily bag limit. It is generally not a primary target species and is most often used as bait or released. Always confirm current rules with FWC, as regulations can change.
No size or bag limit in Florida. A reliable reef panfish for the table.
Top Baits
Sabiki Rig Recommendation
This species readily takes a sabiki rig. Match the hook size above to the fish you're after — drop alongside structure, bridges, or bait pods and jig gently to load up on live bait.
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