Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch knobbed porgy.
Island Baby Islamorada
Tavernier, Florida
Flying Thief Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Key West Tarpon Fishing with Flying Thief Charters. Let us be your guide to the best Bonefish Spin Fishing, and excellent Flats Fishing in the Florida Keys.
Fat Cat Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions offers offshore and inshore fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, sunset cruise, or just a ride, I’m your guide. My Name is Captain Brian and I live in the Lower Florida Keys.
Double O Fishing Charter
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Tarpon Trips
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fishing
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fly Fishing Guide - Rates and Information. Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit Photo Gallery. Book your fishing charter now.
Stock Island Fishing Charters
Naval Air Station Key West, Florida
Stock Island fishing charters at the entrance to Key West. Many different charters offered for all types of anglers and vacationers.
Captain Eddie Griffiths Charters
Key West, Florida
Dry Tortugas fishing trips with Andy Griffiths charters out of Key West, Florida. Overnight fishing to Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas and Marquesas Keys. Enjoy fishing and diving on your private charter, 2 or 3 day fishing charters for snapper, grouper, mahi mahi, wahoo and more. Best reef and wreck fishing available year round in the Florida Keys and west of Key West near the Dry Tortugas National Park.
Captain Bill Lowman Anna Maria Sportfishing
Holmes Beach, Florida
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Destination Fish Charters
Marco Island, Florida
Danny Fabian is one of Southwest Florida's premier backwater and sport fishermen in Naples and Marco Island, Florida. As a professional fishing quide, Danny specializes in fishing in Everglades National Park and focuses on Snook, Grouper, Tarpon, Trout, Redfish.
Captain Rio Adventures
Marco Island, Florida
Go fish with fun catching Charter fishing at its best!
Best Time to Catch Knobbed Porgy
Peak season: May, June. Also good: March, April, July, August. Right now in February, activity is fair.
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Knobbed Porgy
While not as commonly targeted as other reef species in Key West, Knobbed Porgy can be found around the numerous reefs and wrecks that surround the island. These fish tend to inhabit deeper waters, so bottom fishing is the most common approach. Charter boats specializing in reef fishing are your best bet for locating them. The warmer months, from late spring through early fall, generally offer the best conditions for reef fishing in Key West. A helpful tip is to use a chum bag to attract fish to your location. Knobbed Porgy aren't known to be particularly large, but they can provide a fun challenge and are a welcome addition to a mixed bag of reef fish. Be prepared for strong currents, and use appropriate tackle to handle the conditions. Remember to check local regulations regarding size and bag limits for reef fish.
How to Catch Knobbed Porgy
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Knobbed Porgy in Key West.
Knobbed Porgy Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per person per day within the 5-fish snapper/grouper aggregate limit
Size Limit
12-inch minimum
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Part of the snapper/grouper aggregate bag limit. Check current regulations for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions in specific areas.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best places to find knobbed porgy around Key West?
Knobbed porgy are commonly found around reefs, wrecks, and other bottom structures in the Key West area. Look for them in depths of 60 feet or more.
Are there any restrictions on when I can fish for knobbed porgy in Key West?
There is no closed season for knobbed porgy in Florida; fishing is open year-round.
What is the minimum size I can keep for knobbed porgy in Key West?
The minimum size limit for knobbed porgy is 12 inches total length.
How many knobbed porgy can I keep when fishing near Key West?
You can keep up to 5 knobbed porgy per person per day. Remember that this is part of the 5-fish aggregate limit for snapper and grouper species.
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