Florida Pompano are greenish gray on top shading to silvery sides with gold on the throat, pelvic, and anal fins.
Diet: squids, shrimps, and sand fleas
Habitat & Range
Florida Pompano are found in inshore and nearshore waters, especially along sandy beaches. They feed on squids, shrimps, and sand fleas.
Where to Fishing
Atlantic Ocean
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
Florida Pompano have fairly small mouths, so baits and hooks should be small. Surf fishing often requires the use of bottom rigs with cut shrimp or whole sand fleas fished just past the breakers. Small jigs and even shrimp fly patterns may also be used to catch Florida Pompano .
