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Caught a Southern Flounder Inshore in Texas City
Southern Flounder Fishing in Texas City
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The Southern Flounder belongs to the order Pleuronectiformes and family Paralichthyidae. It typically measures between 12 and 33 inches in length, with a weight range from 1 to 4 lbs. Habitat: onshore, inshore, channels, rivers. - Distinguished by both eyes located on the left side of its head. - Flat, oval-shaped body perfect for ambush feeding from sandy bottoms. - Lacks spines on fins and has a separate caudal fin structure.
Fishing Charter by Captain Cody Phillips in December
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Summary
Captain Cody Phillips of Texas Coast Fishing Charters on Sunday November delivered exceptional inshore fishing action around Jamaica Beach waters. This Half Day Guided New Year Special Fishing Trip targets southern flounder, redfish, and speckled trout 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 action throughout fall and winter months. Licensed local guides provide hands-on instruction while navigating the productive shallows and channels where these species feed most actively.
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 southern flounder, redfish, and speckled trout around Jamaica Beach. The charter accommodates up to 2 guests with all fishing gear, bait, and tackle provided. Trips focus on drift fishing, bottom fishing, and sight casting techniques that work exceptionally well in these Texas coastal waters. Book online to secure your spot with this experienced local guide who knows exactly where fish are holding in Jamaica Beach's productive inshore waters.
Highlights of Half Day Guided New Year Special Fishing Trip in Jamaica Beach – Redfish, Trout And More
This seasonal charter combines multiple proven techniques across Jamaica Beach's diverse fishing grounds. The trip starts early morning when conditions are typically clear, allowing for excellent sight casting opportunities in the shallows. As weather patterns shift throughout the day, Captain Cody adapts tactics to keep fish active and biting consistently. The area's structure and current patterns concentrate baitfish, which draws in feeding southern flounder, redfish, and other target species.
Jamaica Beach waters offer year-round fishing opportunities, but fall and winter months provide some of the most reliable action for inshore species. The charter includes hands-on guidance perfect for anglers wanting to improve their technique while experiencing the thrill of watching fish crush baits in clear shallow water.
Local Species Insights: Southern Flounder
Southern flounder thrive in Jamaica Beach's inshore waters, particularly around structure where they ambush prey from sandy bottoms. These flatfish prefer areas with good current flow that brings baitfish within striking distance. During cooler months, they move into deeper channels and river mouths, making them prime targets for drift fishing and bottom fishing techniques. Captain Cody's local knowledge pinpoints exactly where these fish hold based on tides, structure, and seasonal patterns that make Jamaica Beach such a productive fishing destination.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
The charter provides all necessary fishing equipment including rods, reels, bait, and tackle suitable for targeting southern flounder and other inshore species. Trips accommodate up to 2 guests with comfortable seating and safety equipment included. Early morning departures take advantage of optimal fishing conditions before weather patterns typically shift later in the day. Captain Cody's expertise ensures you'll fish the most productive areas using techniques that consistently produce results in these Texas coastal waters.
Fishing in Texas City: Southern Flounder
Southern Flounder (Paralichthys lethostigma) is a distinctive flatfish belonging to the Paralichthyidae family and Pleuronectiformes order. This oval-shaped predator is easily recognized by having both eyes positioned on the left side of its head, an adaptation that allows it to lie flat on sandy bottoms while watching for prey above. In Texas City waters this November, these fish become particularly active as cooler temperatures trigger feeding patterns.
Southern Flounder Overview
Southern flounder are prized by Texas anglers for their excellent table fare and challenging fight when hooked. These ambush predators can grow quite large, with specimens reaching over 30 inches and weighing up to 4 pounds. They're distinguished from summer flounder by their numerous light and dark spots scattered across their brown to olive-colored upper surface.
Southern Flounder Habitat and Distribution
These flatfish inhabit coastal waters from North Carolina to Texas, thriving in estuaries, bays, channels, and nearshore waters. Around Texas City and Jamaica Beach, they prefer areas with sandy or muddy bottoms near structure like jetties, reefs, and channel edges where currents concentrate baitfish.
Southern Flounder Size and Weight
Most southern flounder caught by anglers measure between 12 and 33 inches, weighing 1 to 4 pounds. Larger specimens over 20 inches are considered excellent catches and provide substantial fillets for the dinner table.
Southern Flounder Diet and Behavior
These opportunistic predators feed primarily on small fish, shrimp, crabs, and marine worms. They bury themselves in sand or mud with only their eyes exposed, waiting to ambush passing prey. Peak feeding occurs during moving tides when baitfish are most active.
Southern Flounder Spawning Season
Spawning typically occurs in offshore waters during fall and early winter months. Adult fish migrate from inshore areas to deeper waters where eggs are released and fertilized in the water column.
Southern Flounder Fishing Techniques
Drift fishing with live or cut bait works exceptionally well, as does bottom fishing near structure. Popular baits include live shrimp, finger mullet, and cut bait fished on Carolina rigs or jigheads. In November around Jamaica Beach, anglers find success targeting channel edges and drop-offs where these fish ambush prey during tide changes.
Southern Flounder Is It Good to Eat?
Southern flounder ranks among the finest eating fish in Texas waters. The white, flaky meat has a mild, sweet flavor that works well prepared many ways - from simple pan-frying to more elaborate preparations. The fish is high in protein and low in fat, making it a healthy dining choice.
Southern Flounder Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best bait for Southern Flounder?
A: Live shrimp and finger mullet are top choices, though cut bait like squid strips and small crabs also work well when fished on the bottom near structure.
Q: Where can I find Southern Flounder near Texas City?
A: Look for them around Jamaica Beach channels, jetties, and sandy areas adjacent to structure where they can ambush prey from the bottom.
Q: Is Southern Flounder good to eat?
A: Absolutely - they're considered one of the best eating fish in Texas waters with mild, sweet white meat that's perfect for various cooking methods.
Q: When is the best time to catch Southern Flounder?
A: Fall and winter months offer excellent action as fish feed heavily before spawning, with moving tides providing the most productive fishing windows.
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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!
