UNDERWATER TARPON FISH CAM, ISLAMORADA, FLORIDA
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- Location: Robbie’s Marina, Islamorada, Florida, United States
- Source: Robbie's of Islamorada
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Info: Live streaming underwater webcam showing tarpon fish at Robbie’s Marina in Islamorada in Florida.
Enjoy watching these majestic tarpon fish which due to their size and colour are nicknamed "silver king." Tarpon are one of Florida's premier game fish.
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More info: At Robbie’s Marina, Islamorada, visitors are able to hand feed massive tarpon as well as enjoy watersports and delicious seafood.
Megalops atlanticus, commonly known as the Atlantic tarpon, is primarily found in the warm, shallow, coastal regions. Adult tarpon live in Gulf open waters, but young tarpon may be found in brackish water around marsh channels. Adults sometimes may also move up larger rivers that empty into the Gulf.
Tarpon can reach sizes up to 8 feet (2.4m) and can weigh up to 280 pounds (127kg).
Tarpon Facts: a HIGH FLYING Fish
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Tarpon can only be fished recreationally in Florida. The majority of recreational anglers practice catch and release since the fish is not considered to be of any food value. However, anglers can possess them for trophy purposes at the cost of $50.00 per tag, per fish
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