Texas Gulf Coast
Fishing
Saltwater Fishing Information for the Texas Gulf Coast, Inshore and Offshore
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The
Sand Seatrout (Cynoscion arenarius) and Silver Seatrout (Cynoscion nothus) are
distinguished from the Spotted Seatrout or "Speck" by the absence of spots. The
Sand Trout has a pinkish sheen on the upper sides while the Silver Seatrout is grayer and
grows much larger than the Sand Trout.
Sand Trout are found in deeper bay areas, channels, and
in the shallow Gulf. Silver Seatrout are primarily found in the Gulf in 3 to 10 fathoms of
water. Both species feed on small fish and crustaceans. The best baits for both species is
cut fish and shrimp fished near the bottom. They are attracted to light and many fishermen
catch them using jigs under lights or around gas flares form oil and gas production rigs.
