Saltwater
Bonefish
Albula vulpes
- Peak season
- Year-round (best November–May)
- Length range
- 30–80 cm
- Weight range
- 0.5–8 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–3 m
Habitat
Shallow tropical sand and turtle grass flats in 15–60 cm of water. Found in the Caribbean, Florida Keys, and Pacific atolls.
Behavior
Spooky shallow-water feeder that tails on flats rooting for shrimp and crabs. One of the fastest fish for its size.
Best techniques
- Fly fishing with shrimp patterns
- Sight casting with light jigs
- Live shrimp on spinning gear
