Peak Season
Year Round
Average Size
5-15 lbs
State Record
44 lbs 3 oz
Activity Level
Active
Behavior & Patterns
Seasonal Patterns
Snook activity peaks during year round, with the best fishing typically occurring in May, June, September, October.
May
June
September
October
Best Times
Prime feeding times are typically during dawn and dusk. Tide changes are critical - focus on incoming and outgoing tides.
Habitat Preferences
Found in shallow coastal waters, mangroves, grass flats, and around structure like docks and bridges.
Current Snook Reports
HOT
Snook
Tampa Bay
92%
Confidence
2 hours ago
Snook
Indian River
85%
Confidence
5 hours ago
Snook
Ten Thousand Islands
78%
Confidence
8 hours ago
