Gag Grouper Fishing

Mycteroperca Microlepis

24-55 inch
9.9-49 lb

Gag Grouper are large, bottom-dwelling fish found in the rocky reefs and ledges of the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. They have a robust, grayish-brown body with a square-shaped tail. Gag Grouper are ambush predators, feeding on fish and crustaceans, and are highly prized by anglers for their size, strength, and excellent table quality.

Lures & Baits

plugs
jigs
cutbaits
shrimps

Fishing Tips

Water type: salt
Hook type: Bait Holder hook, J-hook, Circle hook, Jighead
Hook size: 5/0 - 9/0

How to Catch Gag Grouper

jigging
still fishing
bottom bouncing
trolling
night fishing
chumming

Where to Catch Gag Grouper

United States

Florida
Georgia
North Carolina
Puerto Rico
South Carolina
Virginia

Best Fishing Spots for Gag Grouper

Boca Grande Pass
Tampa Bay
Sarasota Bay
Crystal River
Masonboro Inlet
Madeira Beach
Longboat Pass
Pine Island Sound
Johns Pass Bridge
Marina Jack II
st George island
Redfish Pass
Skyway
Crystal river florida
Cape Charles Town Harbor and Marina
Snake Creek FL Keys
The St. Petersburg Yacht Club - Snell Isle Marina
North Sound Creek

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