Goliath Grouper
Epinephelus itajara
The largest grouper in the Atlantic — a massive structure-loving giant that can exceed 700 pounds. Catch-and-release in US federal waters.
Seasonal Activity
Jan
Slow
Feb
Slow
Mar
Good
Apr
Good
May
Prime
Jun
Prime
Jul
Prime
Aug
Prime
Sep
Prime
Oct
Good
Nov
Good
Dec
Slow
Best Techniques
- heavy tackle bottom fishing
- live bait on wrecks
- catch and release only
Top Baits
- live jack crevalle
- live bonito
- whole large mullet
- live ladyfish
- large dead bait
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