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submitted: Aug 27th 2008 | by: TomGibson | Total views: 2 | Word Count: 395 | |

They say it does not really matter if you catch something fishing. If you prefer a bit more action then just hanging out, I have the fish for you. The might Tarpon comes in around 200 pounds, likes a fight and hangs out close to shore.

I do not like big fish. I like huge fish. The Tarpon fills the bill. Imagine hooking Junior Seau and trying to real him in. The largest Tarpon have come in an almost 300 pounds and 8 feet in length. Oh, they also happen to love to fight.

The Tarpon seems like it would be some form of shark or monstrosity. In truth, it is actually a member of the herring family. A very big member. They are particularly oily, so only are claimed as a game fish for the most part.

Deoxygenated areas of the ocean are becoming a big problem because fish cannot live in them. Well, the Tarpon does not mind them. It simply surfaces and breathes directly from the air instead of through the water. A buff fish, indeed.

You can take a Tarpon with both flies and spin casting. Heavy duty tackle is the name of the game, but it really doesn't matter. You are only in it for the fun of the chase and most Tarpon will spit the bit sooner or later.

As big as it is, it is probably not surprising to learn the Tarpon will snack on just about anything. Ask for advice from the local bait shop in your area, but Tarpon generally are known to like shrimp, squid and some smaller crab species.

Ah, but there is something really special about the Tarpon. The habitat of the Tarpon is along the shoreline. It stays close in, which means it has limited routes to escape in. This results in lots of running and spectacular jumping.

It is hard to imagine a better situation. You have a big, spectacular fish that stays close to shore and loves to put up a fight. Heck, you just need bait, basic tackle and an ability to get down to the shore. Does it get any better than that?

If you are looking for a new experience and like a good fight, the Tarpon is about the best choice possible. It will fight and leave you wiped out, but with a huge smile on your face.

About the Author

Tom Gibson writes about deep sea fishing for NomadJournals.com where you can find fishing log books.

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