Tarpon have a dark blue to greenish back with bright silver sides and belly made up of large shiny scales. Fish inhabiting inland waters often appear brownish or brassy. They have an enormous mouth lacking teeth.
Diet: crabs, shrimps, and fishes
Habitat & Range
Tarpon can be found in a wide variety of habitats, but are primarily found in coastal waters, bays, and estuaries from nearshore to depths of 100 feet. They feed on crabs, shrimps, and fishes.
Where to Fishing
Atlantic Ocean
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
In more southerly waters, Tarpon are often caught by free lining live crabs and mullet. Sometimes the bait is weighted to get it near the bottom. They also can be caught on big top water lures, fish imitating lures, and soft plastic baits. It is said that the most recent Tarpon taken off Delaware’s coast by an angler was caught by trolling a fish imitating lure. If you are lucky enough to hook a Tarpon , they are spectacular jumpers.
