There are quite a few types of grouper but when fishing for grouper in Galveston you’re likely to fish for Warsaw grouper or Scamp grouper. Warsaw grouper commonly weigh up to 50 lbs and 100 lbs aren’t rare either. They can grow so large they exceed nearly 800 lbs making them uncatchable for the common fisherman. If you’re out fishing for Warsaw make sure you bring heavy fishing gear and large bait!
The second most encountered grouper is the Scamp grouper, it’s distinctively known for its broom tail. These groupers still are a major game fish and can weigh as much as 30 lbs.
Appearance:
Grouper are the largest reef fish you can commonly encounter in Galveston. Both the Warsaw and Scamp groupers bodies are a brown shade. They can be spotted by their spiny dorsal fins and second dorsal fin.
Habitat:
Grouper can be found throughout the gulf. The deeper the water, the larger the grouper you can catch so consider looking for Grouper in offshore waters around deep reefs or around seamounts. Some young can also be found in shallower waters.
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What better way to end summer than fishing on a charter in beautiful Galveston, Texas? Getting out on the boat and going fishing is a great way to getaway whether you’re a local or a visitor. When you book your charter here are four things you should keep in mind:
1. Location
Before you go fishing you need a destination like Galveston, Texas. Galveston is a huge fishing hub surrounded by gulf waters where there’s plenty of fish to catch and great temperatures to enjoy your time on the boat.
2. Type of Fishing
It’s important to also think about what type of fishing you want to do. Inshore? Offshore? Deep sea? Night fishing? We have all of these options available. Not sure which one is right for you? Read more about our types of fishing here.
3. Group Size
Are you going with a small or large group of people? Our ship can hold parties up to six people. This may also be determined by the type of fishing your group decides on.
4. Trip Duration
How long do you want to spend on the water? We offer several trip durations including 4 and 6-hour packages. To learn more about our fishing packages read here.
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Appearance:
They are known for their distinct red color. The majority of their body is pinkish red with a bit of white below. Snapper have a long triangular snout and a sharply pointed anal fin. They have no dark lateral spot and a red eye.
Habitat:
Juvenile red snapper live over sandy or mud bottoms. They stay relatively close to the bottom and inhabit rocky ledges, ridges, and artificial reefs.
Behavior:
Red snapper feed on crustaceans and fish. Red snapper begin to reproduce at two years old, spawning from May to October.
Additional Information
When you’re fishing, remember snappers will take soft-bodied jigs, bucktails and spoons. Adult red snapper may live more than 20 years and attain 35 pounds or more making them a sought-after game fish.
Get out on the water this season and go snapper fishing with us here at FishSeaPlay! Contact us here to learn more information or to book a trip today!
