The barracuda is a very strong, exciting fish. Many anglers are often annoyed by the barracuda because it will tear up carefully prepared baits that were made for other types of fish. The barracuda are long with sharp teeth and they have similar attributes as the freshwater northern pike. If you enjoy northern pike fishing, you will love fishing for barracuda.
Barracuda Fishing in the Islamorada, Florida Area
Barracuda are found in the Islamorada area year round and there are plenty of charters available that fish for them. Barracuda are common around the nearshore and offshore reefs, wrecks and hard bottom structure, however, in this area, you can catch them on the flats in shallow water. The flats bite is usually better in the winter months through early spring as water temperatures are a little cooler.
Barracuda Fishing Tips
Barracuda can be caught on a variety of live and cut baits. Lively baits tend to work best because barracuda love the chase. If you choose to use lures for barracuda, some of the best lures are tube lures, crankbaits, jerkbaits and spoons.
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