Interesting Features of The Speckled Trout

For those who are interested in speckled trout, you will be happy to know that these fish are some great catches. One of the most interesting features of this fish is the actual speckled trout fishing you will get to do. And, when you do hook the speckled trout, you will be surprised with the trout's ability to thrash and fight you on the way out. For many, a speckled trout fishing trip may be something that you are interested in doing as well.

Speckled trout are also called by other names including the spotted sea trout, specks, yellow-mouths, and paper mouths. They are usually about 14-18 inches long and weigh between one and three pounds. The speckled trout can be found in shallow but muddy bottoms, mostly coastal areas as well. They can be found though out the entire gulf coast in the United States. They are silver with olive green on the back and many small black dots throughout the body. The lower jaw is larger then the upper.

So, if you are interested in finding the speckled trout, what are you going to do? You want to take a speckled trout fishing trip as well as enjoy some beautiful scenery. It doesn't have to be too close to home either. You can go speckled trout fishing near the Gulf of Mexico. One of the best locations is Louisiana, although there are several areas along the coast that will provide for you as well. The area is abundant with the speckled trout. To make your trip enjoyable, you may want to book a retreat or guided tour of the area. That way, you will learn where the speckled trout are and what to use to lure them in from experts who have fished the area for years. Regardless, you will get to enjoy a great fishing trip catching a tasty speckled trout!

Ken Austin
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