Featured Mutton Snapper Charters in Big Pine Key

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About The Captain Captain Tony, a seasoned guide, offers unique fishing charters around Big Pine Key and Bahia Honda Key. With a passion for mutton snapper, yellowtail snapper, tarpon, and sharks, he provides unforgettable experiences on the water. Note from Captain Tony Hi, I’m Captain Tony. Originally from the Jersey Shore, I grew up in…

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Big Pine Key, Florida

Best Time to Catch Mutton Snapper

Peak season: May, June. Also good: March, April, July, August, September. Right now in February, activity is fair.

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Seasonal Activity Chart

Current Status: fair

Moderate activity. Mutton Snapper can be caught but may require more effort and local knowledge.

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Mutton Snapper

Various

Mutton Snapper is a popular gamefish species.

How to Catch Mutton Snapper

Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Mutton Snapper in Big Pine Key.

Mutton Snapper Fishing Regulations in Florida

Open Season

Year-round

Daily Bag Limit

5 per person per day, within the snapper aggregate bag limit

Size Limit

18-inch minimum total length

License Required

Saltwater fishing license

Mutton snapper are included in the aggregate snapper bag limit, which is 10 snapper per person per day. Certain areas may have more restrictive regulations.

⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.