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Redfish Fishing Adventures in Texas City Waters
Redfish Fishing in Texas City
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The Sciaenops Ocellatus belongs to the order Perciformes and family Sciaenidae. It typically measures between 30 and 61 inches in length, with a weight range from 10 to 45 lbs. Habitat: onshore, flats, backcountry, nearshore. - Redfish are also known as Red Drum and are prized gamefish along the Gulf Coast. - These fish can be identified by distinctive eyespots near the tail and copper-red coloration.
Fishing Charter by Captain Cody Phillips in December
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Summary
Captain Cody Phillips of Texas Coast Fishing Charters on Sunday November delivers exceptional inshore fishing action around Jamaica Beach and Texas City waters. This Half Day Guided New Year Special Fishing Trip targets redfish, speckled trout, and southern flounder using proven drift fishing and sight casting techniques. The charter includes all rods, reels, bait, and tackle for up to 2 guests, making it perfect for both seasoned anglers and beginners. Jamaica Beach's diverse structure and current patterns create ideal conditions for consistent redfish action throughout fall and winter months. Local knowledge of shallow water flats and backcountry areas ensures productive fishing sessions. Book online to secure your spot for this action-packed charter fishing experience along the Texas coast.
Fishing Charter with Captain Cody Phillips – Rates & Booking
Captain Cody Phillips of Texas Coast Fishing Charters on Sunday November offers this Half Day Guided New Year Special targeting redfish and speckled trout in Jamaica Beach waters. The charter accommodates up to 2 guests and includes all fishing gear, bait, and tackle. Trips focus on productive inshore techniques like drift fishing, bottom fishing, and sight casting in the shallow flats around Texas City. Licensed guide service with local expertise ensures you'll find active fish in prime feeding areas. Contact the charter directly for current rates and availability.
Highlights of Half Day Guided New Year Special Fishing Trip in Jamaica Beach – Redfish, Trout And More
This seasonal charter combines multiple proven techniques to target redfish, speckled trout, black drum, and sheepshead in Jamaica Beach's productive waters. The trip offers hands-on guidance perfect for all skill levels, from trophy hunters to families looking to fill the cooler. Fall and winter months provide some of the most consistent redfish action along the Texas coast, with fish actively feeding in shallow water structure.
Jamaica Beach's diverse habitat includes flats, backcountry areas, and nearshore structure that holds baitfish and attracts gamefish year-round. The charter's local knowledge of current patterns and seasonal movements puts anglers on fish consistently.
Local Species Insights: Redfish
Redfish thrive in Jamaica Beach's shallow flats and backcountry waters, typically found in 1-4 feet of water around oyster reefs, grass beds, and drop-offs. These copper-colored gamefish are most active during moving tides when they cruise the shallows hunting for crabs, shrimp, and baitfish. In November, redfish school up in larger numbers as water temperatures cool, making them easier to locate and target. Sight casting to tailing redfish in skinny water provides some of the most exciting inshore fishing action available along the Texas coast.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
The charter provides all necessary fishing equipment including rods, reels, bait, and tackle suitable for targeting redfish and trout in shallow water. Trips accommodate up to 2 guests with early morning departures to take advantage of prime feeding times. The boat is equipped for safe navigation in shallow flats and backcountry areas where these species are most active. Bring sun protection, snacks, and drinks for your half-day adventure on Texas City waters.
Fishing in Texas City: Redfish
The Redfish (Sciaenops ocellatus), also known as Red Drum, is a premier gamefish belonging to the family Sciaenidae and order Perciformes. Distinguished by its copper-bronze coloration and characteristic black eyespots near the tail, this species is highly prized by anglers throughout the Gulf Coast. In Texas City waters this November, redfish are actively feeding in shallow flats and backcountry areas as cooler temperatures trigger their fall feeding patterns.
Redfish Overview
Redfish are robust, hard-fighting gamefish that can live over 40 years and reach impressive sizes. They're known for their distinctive drumming sound produced by muscles vibrating against their swim bladder, especially during spawning season. Anglers value redfish for their aggressive strikes, powerful runs, and excellent table fare when harvested within slot limits.
Redfish Habitat and Distribution
These adaptable fish inhabit shallow coastal waters from Massachusetts to northern Mexico, with the Gulf Coast supporting some of the largest populations. Around Texas City and Jamaica Beach, redfish frequent oyster reefs, grass flats, marsh edges, and nearshore structure in depths ranging from inches to 30 feet. They prefer areas with good tidal flow that concentrate baitfish and crustaceans.
Redfish Size and Weight
Adult redfish typically range from 30 to 61 inches in length and weigh between 10 to 45 pounds. Texas regulations protect the species with slot limits, allowing harvest of fish between 20-28 inches. Trophy redfish over 40 inches are often called "bull reds" and are primarily catch-and-release targets due to their breeding importance.
Redfish Diet and Behavior
Redfish are opportunistic predators feeding on crabs, shrimp, mullet, menhaden, and various baitfish. They often feed by "tailing" in shallow water, with their tails visible above the surface while rooting for crabs in the mud. Peak feeding occurs during moving tides, particularly around dawn and dusk when baitfish are most active in the shallows.
Redfish Spawning Season
Spawning occurs from late summer through fall in nearshore waters, typically when water temperatures range from 70-85°F. During this period, large schools of adult redfish gather in deeper water to spawn, creating excellent fishing opportunities for anglers targeting trophy-sized fish.
Redfish Fishing Techniques
Effective techniques include sight casting with soft plastics, live bait fishing with shrimp or mullet, and topwater lures during low-light periods. Around Jamaica Beach in November, anglers find success using gold spoons, paddle-tail soft plastics, and live shrimp near oyster reefs and grass beds where redfish ambush prey during tidal movements.
Redfish Is It Good to Eat?
Redfish within the slot limit offer excellent table fare with firm, white meat and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. The flesh is versatile for grilling, blackening, or frying. Redfish are high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids while being relatively low in mercury compared to larger offshore species.
Redfish Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best bait for redfish?
A: Live or fresh dead shrimp, mullet, and blue crabs are top natural baits. Artificial lures like gold spoons, soft plastic paddle tails, and topwater plugs are also highly effective.
Q: Where can I find redfish near Texas City?
A: Focus on shallow flats around Jamaica Beach, oyster reefs in Galveston Bay, and grass beds along the Intracoastal Waterway. Look for areas with good tidal flow and structure that holds baitfish.
Q: Is redfish good to eat?
A: Yes, slot-sized redfish (20-28 inches in Texas) provide excellent eating with firm, white meat perfect for grilling or blackening. Larger fish are typically released for conservation.
Q: When is the best time to catch redfish?
A: Fall and winter months offer consistent action, with moving tides and low-light periods being most productive. Early morning and late afternoon typically provide the best bite.
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Ready to kick off the new year with some fishing? Join us for a half-day guided trip in Jamaica Beach, Texas. We'll cruise the local waters in search of redfish, speckled trout, black drum, and sheepshead. Our experienced captains know all the prime spots and will help you reel in some great catches, whether you're a seasoned angler or new to fishing. We provide everything you need - rods, reels, bait, and tackle - so just bring yourself and any personal items for the day. It's a fun way to start the year, with a chance to land a trophy fish or stock up your cooler. This special New Year trip books up fast, so grab your spot now and let's make some waves in 2024!
