WikiCatchTarpon
Megalops atlanticus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Shrimp
Effective under docks and around structure.
- Crabs
Blue crabs or pass crabs are a great choice.
- Mullet
A hardy and readily available baitfish.
- Pinfish
Excellent for deeper water tarpon fishing.
- Threadfin Herring
A favorite bait for schooling tarpon.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow FloatingMinnowBuy
Great for mimicking fleeing baitfish.
- Hogy Pro Tail Paddle 5"Soft PlasticBuy
Versatile and effective on a jighead.
- Rapala X-Rap Magnum 20Trolling LureBuy
Durable and effective at trolling speeds.
- Spro Bucktail JigJigBuy
Bounce it along the bottom.
- Gartside GurglerFlyBuy
Effective surface fly in low light.
Techniques
Use a circle hook when fishing with live bait and let the fish run before engaging the reel to ensure a solid hookset.
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Where to Find Tarpon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Tarpon?+
Popular baits for Tarpon include Live Shrimp, Crabs, Mullet, Pinfish, Threadfin Herring. Tip: Use a circle hook when fishing with live bait and let the fish run before engaging the reel to ensure a solid hookset.
Where can I catch Tarpon?+
Tarpon can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Florida, United States; Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico; Texas, United States. WikiCatch lists 429 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Tarpon get?+
Tarpon (Megalops atlanticus) can reach up to 250 cm in length and 130 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is VU.
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