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Home > Where To Fish And Boat > Gulf of Mexico at South Padre Island
Texas
Pedro Sors, Mexico's most popular TV host, fishes here with his sons.
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Red drum up to about 10-15 lb. (5-7 g) are very fine eating.
Japanese longliners report that blue marlin is the largest of the istiophoriod fishes. It apparently grows larger in the Pacific.
Its fighting ability and spectacular aerial acrobatics endear the sailfish to the saltwater angler.
The flounder is a rapid swimmer and a good light-tackle game fish. It is the most important flatfish of the Atlantic states.
Drums use their air bladder to create a sound similar to a drum beating.
The tarpon was one of the first saltwater species to be declared a game fish.
The red snapper is one of the most valuable and heavily exploited snappers in American waters.
You can help support and protect our aquatic natural resources by simply going fishing and boating. Buying a fishing license, respecting other anglers, practicing catch and release, being mindful of water conservation, keeping the environment around us clean and fishing responsibly are just some of the ways you can participate.
Learn more about how fish populations and habitats are managed, the connection between fishing and water quality, and the importance of fishing laws.
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