Citation Size Pompano

Article by: B & B Bait and Tackle Fishing Report

Well, the fishing is picking up, thank goodness. Some nice Virginia mullets are being caught in the surf along with some big blue fish. Citation size pompano are still out there too. Spanish Mackerel are coming in as you can see from the picture below. Remember, spanish have a 12 inch size limit and you’re only allowed 15 a day per person. King Mackerel have a limit of 24 inches and a bag limit of 3 per day. Flounder are coming in a little smaller in size that this time last year. Don’t forget about the new flounder rules that went into effect April 1st 2005, flounder has a size limit of 14 inches in all waters and a bag limit of 8 per person. Croakers are everywhere in the river along with spots. Adam and I were back in the river last week an they looked like they were walking ontop of the water they were so thick. Shrimp and cut mullet seem to be the bait of choice. Ya’ll keep your worm wigglin’ and have fun. Adam & Jennifer Burton B & B Bait and Tackle 1301 Bridge Barrier Rd. 910-458-4644

Chris from Carolina Beach caught this 6.25lb spanish mackerel on a yozuri lure north of the inlet. Nice catch!