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The quality of fishing this month depends on how many cold fronts are in our future. When the water creeps down below 60 degrees, many fish will slow their metabolism in order to survive. They require less food than in the warmer months, making some days on the water a task. The cold front coming through today will have a definite effect, as temperatures are supposed to drop into the 30s in many parts of the state. The best tactic is to pick your species to target properly. Inshore fish such as trout, red and black drum and sheepshead seem to be unaffected by the cold. These are the species to target in the bay and passes. Closer to shore, anglers can spot a few tripletail near crab buoys, seaweed lines and other floating debris. Live shrimp are a sure way to get one of these tasty fish to grab your hook. They are quite strong for their size, making you earn the catch on light tackle. Hog snapper, grunts and grouper will also be a bit more cooperative in the gulf, especially if you fish a bit deeper after a cold spell.
Dave Mistretta captains Jaws Too out of Indian Rocks Beach. Call (727) 439-2628 or visit jawstoo.com.
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