Counting Sheep
Enero 15, 2017
Tampa
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Sheepshead
Trip Summary
Trip Summary
With the end of January in sight, and the weather being mildly cooler many anglers are looking to wet their lines as the new year starts to race by. Sheepshead are making their way into Tampa Bay in great force. They are well known for their dominant presence during the winter months, and historically peak in numbers mid February. They can be found at any of the bridges, docks, seawalls, and jetties. I always head to my favorite Mangrove Snapper spots. Its not that the Mangrove Snapper aren't their, its that they cannot compete with the Sheepshead when it comes to snatching baits. Great baits to use are live shrimp, and Fiddler crabs. These baits should be presented on a size 1/0 hook free-lined, or with a split shot. Or your favorite 1/8-1/4 oz. Jig-head. Where theirs one their are a bunch. Keeping count is important when catching these guys because you can fill a cooler quick when the bites right.