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Spur Canal Number One

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Florida, United States

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Butterfly peacock bass

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Mayan cichlid

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Mayan cichlid

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Butterfly peacock bass

16 in · 3 lb

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Spotted tilapia

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Butterfly peacock bass

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General info

Spur Canal Number One is a lake located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Butterfly peacock bass, Mayan cichlid, and Spotted tilapia.

Location

25°53′5″N 80°14′12.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Spur Canal Number One, FL

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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Butterfly peacock bass

Butterfly peacock bass

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Bag limit2

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Max size17" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 17

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

RequirementKeep intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Special gear

FL FW Game Fish

Freshwater game fish may only be taken with pole-and-line or rod-and-reel. There is no limit on the number of rods an angler may use.

Restrictions & requirements

Keep Intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Additional information
Only 1 may be 17-inches or longer in total length.Catch a butterfly peacock bass over 4-pounds, and you qualify for the Big Catch Angler Recognition Program, which rewards anglers who catch a memorable-sized fish.
Edibility
Good but not as good as snakehead or largemouth bass, see Catch, Clean, Cook Peacock Bass by DMFD
Synonyms
Cichla ocellaris, tucunare
Season open: year-round
Mayan cichlid

Mayan cichlid

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Additional information
No minimum size limit. No bag limit. No closed season. It is illegal to introduce any nonnative fish or any other nonnative organism into the waters of the state. No live nonnative fish, except variable platys and fathead minnows (aka Missouri minnows), may be transported to or between waters for use as bait. Catch a Mayan cichlid over 1-pound, and you qualify for the Big Catch Angler Recognition Program, which rewards anglers who catch a memorable-sized fish.
Edibility
Good; Catch, Clean, Cook Mayan Cichlid by DMFD
Synonyms
Cichlasoma urophthalmus
Season open: year-round
Spotted tilapia

Spotted tilapia

Regulation boundaryFL State Waters
Additional information
No minimum size limit. No bag limit. No closed season. It is illegal to introduce any nonnative fish or any other nonnative organism into the waters of the state. No live nonnative fish, except variable platys and fathead minnows (aka Missouri minnows), may be transported to or between waters for use as bait.
Edibility
Good
Synonyms
Tilapia mariae
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FAQ about Spur Canal Number One fishing

📍 Where is Spur Canal Number One located?
Spur Canal Number One is a lake located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
25°53′5″N 80°14′12.5″W
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🎣 Where on Spur Canal Number One is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Spur Canal Number One by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Spur Canal Number One?
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📢 What are the latest Spur Canal Number One fishing reports?
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🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Spur Canal Number One?

Fishing in Florida requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Freshwater, saltwater, or combination licenses are available for residents and visitors, purchasable online, by phone, or at authorized retailers.

In Florida, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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