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Report: Flounder Running Strong

Multiple reports are coming in from Port Orange Florida of strong Flounder runs.  Many anglers are reporting catching as many as 5-10 an hour, these Flounder are not the largest recorded, but they are legal fish, averaging around 13-18″.

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Most reports state the fish were caught on a jig bummed along the bottom.

Helpful Info:

Quick Tips:

  • Flounder are ambush predators, so get the bait/lure near them (dont expect them to come to you)
  • Current minimum size is 12″s in Florida (written 4/11/14)
  • Flounder are good at flipping off a hook while being raised out of the water, if you can net them, do so, if not, make sure the flounder is tiered before attempting to lift over the rail.
  • Beware of traffic!