Florida Gar Fishing
Lepisosteus Platyrhincus
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26-51 inch
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3.1-9 lb
Florida Gar are long, slender fish with sharp teeth and distinctive spotted patterns, found in slow-moving rivers, lakes, and swamps in the southeastern U.S. They are ambush predators, feeding on fish and crustaceans. Florida Gar can breathe air, allowing them to survive in low-oxygen waters. Their prehistoric appearance and adaptability make them an interesting catch.
Lures & Baits
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spoons
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shads
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cutbaits
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shiners
Fishing Tips
- Water type: fresh
- Hook type: Bait Holder hook, J-hook, Jighead, Circle hook
- Hook size: 1/0 - 4/0
How to Catch Florida Gar
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still fishing
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fly fishing
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casting
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drift fishing
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spinning
Where to Catch Florida Gar
Best Fishing Spots for Florida Gar
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Lake Okeechobee (South Shore)
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Nathan Benderson Park
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Lake Monroe
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LAKE HARRIS
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Lake Nicolas
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Lake Okeechobee (fishing)
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South Bass Lake (FL)
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Weston Lakes
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Wolf Lake (US, FL)
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Silver Lake (US, FL)
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Kendall Lakes
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Kendall Lake (FL)
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Dolphin Lake
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Walsh Pond (FL)
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Lake Melva
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Huckleberry Lake (FL)
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Lake Buena Vista
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Twin Lake (US, FL)