The black drum is the largest of the drum family. It is very powerful because of its size and broad shoulders. Black drum in the 30 pound range are common and they can exceed 100 pounds. These fish are found on the Atlantic Coast and along the Gulf Coast.
Black Drum Fishing in Chesapeake Bay
Black drum move into the bay in good numbers in the spring and they are a fairly consistent catch through the summer and into the fall. They are one of the biggest fish in the bay and will often be found in areas that also hold some redfish, flounder or sea trout. The spring is usually the best time of year to target big black drum in Chesapeake Bay.
Black Drum Fishing Tips
Spring and fall are popular times to target black drum because they head into the bays and inlets to spawn. They feed on the bottom and some of the best baits are clams and crabs.
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