Spiny dogfish in Florida
Meet the species
Scientific name
Squalus acanthias
Overview
A highly migratory species, they are known to travel to greenland waters during summer months and spend the fall/winter in sub-tropical areas near georgia. Although rarely found in Florida waters, they could be found offshore or in coastal areas, usually near the bottom, but known to congregate in large schools and can tolerate brackish water.
Typical size
Up to 5 feet
At a glance
- Regions
- Statewide atlantic
- Water
- Saltwater
When to fish
Good months
January–december
Where to fish
Florida regions
Statewide atlantic
Water
Saltwater
Habitat
A highly migratory species, they are known to travel to greenland waters during summer months and spend the fall/winter in sub-tropical areas near georgia. Although rarely found in Florida waters, they could be found offshore or in coastal areas, usually near the bottom, but known to congregate in large schools and can tolerate brackish water.
Videos
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Sources
- Myfwc.com (2 pages)
Information comes from the supplied source datasets. Check linked FWC regulations for current rules.