Florida Fish Identification

This fish has a fan-shaped tail, the first and second dorsal fins are fused. They can be found in the Atlantic and Gulf, keep size is a minimum of 10" and they can be fished all year long.

• Gag Grouper

• Snook

• Gray Snapper

• Sheepshead

What kind of fish is this?

• Jack Crevalle

• Florida Pompano

• Atlantic Spadefish

• Gag Grouper

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

This fish has a tail that is symmetrical, has silvery/reflective coloration and has dark spots on gill cover and at base of pectoral fin. This fish is unregulated, but no more than two fish are permitted for recreational harvesting.

• Florida Pompano

• Black Drum

• Bay Anchovy

• Jack Crevalle

This fish species in our area can not be less than 28" or more than 33". Its season is closed from Dec 1 - end of February and again May 1 - Aug 31. Its daily recreational harvest is 1. Requires a special permit.

• Snook

• Lookdown

• Red Drum

• Atlantic Spadefish

What kind of fish is this?

• Sheepshead

• Lookdown

• Snapper

• Trout

This fish has a long, whip-like tail

• Bay Anchovy

• Bonnethead shark

• Southern Stingray

• Black Drum.

This is an invasive species is considered an example of an unregulated species. It outcompetes native species for food and habitat, leading to significant disruptions in the natural food chain and the overall health of our marine ecosystems. It likely invaded Florida waters through illegal aquarium trades.

• Red Snapper

• Lion Fish

• Red Grouper

• Hog Fish

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

This type of shark is a member of the hammerhead shark species. It has a rounded, shovel like head and is the only shark known to be omnivorous.

• Hammerhead Shark

• Black-Tip Shark

• Nurse Shark

• Bonnethead Shark

This type of fish is considered a bottom-feeder. It schools in coastal waters worldwide, and are known for their silvery bodies, two dorsal fins, and a diet of algae, plankton, and detritus. They are also known for jumping out of the water, possibly to clear their gills.

• Lookdown

• Mullet

• Spotted Sea Trout

• Red Drum

Identify the correct image of fish to the correct name of fish.

• Spotted Sea Trout

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• Sheepshead

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• Lookdown Fish

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• Southern Stingray

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• Gag Grouper

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Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2