![]() ![]() If not, continue dragging until a better spot is found. Once a diver sees a good spot, he/she will then let go of the line and assess the spot to make sure there are good sized lobster… if so, then time to anchor the boat so others can get in to partake in the lobster catching. This will allow the divers to scan the bottom for structure without spending a lot of swimming energy (the boat does all the work). One of the more popular ways to find good lobster spots is to drag a diver or two behind the boat with 20 ft ropes attached to each side of the boat. Lobster hide under any sort of structure on the bottom they can find… rock ledges, coral heads, thick vegetation, and any other form of cover on the bottom can make a great holding spot for lobster. I’ll focus this article on snorkeling for lobster, but the catching technique, of course, will apply to those who prefer to use tanks too. Lobster in the Keys are often found in less than 10 ft of water, so using a tank is not required. The lobster in the Keys just have two antennae up front and a bunch of sharp points along their body so the only harm they can do to you is poke holes in your hands… make sure you wear thick gloves whenever handling them. They are not like their northern cousins with the big claws. Since lobster season has recently opened, I thought a how to catch FL lobster article would be timely for anyone considering a trip down to the Keys…Ĭheck out all of my best lobster tips below: Florida Keys Lobsterįirst of all, the type of lobster most common in the Keys is called Spiny Lobster. – “How To Find The Best Inshore Fishing Spots Anywhere In Florida” brought to you by Salt Strong.Īnd for anyone who has even been down in the Florida Keys during mini-season (which is a 2 day opening only for recreational snorkelers and divers on the last Wed and Thursday of July), you’ve seen the loads of lobster seekers jamming up US 1 from north of Key Largo all the way to Key West. ![]()
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