Blacknose shark in Florida

Meet the species

Blacknose shark
Image credit: © diane rome peebles

Scientific name

Carcharhinus acronotus

Overview

Coastal waters. Common in bays and lagoons.

At a glance

Regions
Statewide gulf, statewide atlantic
Water
Saltwater

When to fish

Good months

January–december

More season details

Where to fish

Florida regions

Statewide gulf & statewide atlantic

Water

Saltwater

Habitat

Coastal waters. Common in bays and lagoons.

More locations and access

Videos

Sources

Fishing videos from local voices

Information comes from the supplied source datasets. Check linked FWC regulations for current rules.