🐟 What fish can you catch in Sarasota?

Most commonly caught species around Sarasota , FL : Largemouth bass - 12,902 reported catches Common snook - 7,510 reported catches Spotted seatrout - 4,230 reported catches Mangrove snapper - 4,014 reported catches Red drum - 3,313 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Sarasota fishing reports?

The latest Sarasota , FL fishing reports are: @Mr.bass reported a nice Ladyfish . @Bass_Assassin88 reported a nice Florida bass . @JakBuzzett reported a nice Sheepshead . @JakBuzzett reported a nice Sheepshead . @JakBuzzett reported a nice Sheepshead . .

Fishing in Sarasota, FL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Sarasota, Florida?

Anglers in Sarasota , FL recommend these top fishing spots: Tampa Bay , Manatee County Coast , Sarasota Bay , Sarasota County Coast , Manatee River .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Sarasota?

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Florida, United States

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Top fish species in Sarasota

Latest Sarasota fishing reports

Ladyfish

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Florida bass

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Sheepshead

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Sheepshead

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Black drum

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Sheepshead

Sarasota County Coast

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White grunt

Sarasota County Coast

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White grunt

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White grunt

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Fishing regulations in Sarasota

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Florida can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Sarasota fishing

Anglers in Sarasota, FL recommend these top fishing spots: Tampa Bay, Manatee County Coast, Sarasota Bay, Sarasota County Coast, and Manatee River.

Most commonly caught species around Sarasota, FL:

Largemouth bass - 12,902 reported catches
Common snook - 7,510 reported catches
Spotted seatrout - 4,230 reported catches
Mangrove snapper - 4,014 reported catches
Red drum - 3,313 reported catches

The latest Sarasota, FL fishing reports are:

@Mr.bass reported a nice Ladyfish.
@Bass_Assassin88 reported a nice Florida bass.
@JakBuzzett reported a nice Sheepshead.
@JakBuzzett reported a nice Sheepshead.
@JakBuzzett reported a nice Sheepshead.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Sarasota, FL. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: