Autumn Fishing Heats Up
As air and water temperatures cool down, fall fishing is firing off around Anna Maria Island, Florida.
Anglers are making it a priority to get out on the water and enjoy cooler temperatures and red-hot fishing.
Nearshore Waters
In the nearshore waters just west of Anna Maria Island, migratory species are feeding heavily on mass quantities of bait fish schooling along the beaches.
- Spanish mackerel
- Blue runners
- Ladyfish
- Jack crevalle
These species can be found feeding around large schools of bait, making them targetable.
Sharks in the Area
With all the commotion, sharks are lurking in the shadows, waiting for an injured fish to swim by, presenting an easy meal.
- Blacktips
- Spinner
- Sandbar
- Hammerhead sharks
Some species, like hammerheads, can be large, so plan accordingly when targeting them.
Author's summary: Autumn fishing is in full swing around Anna Maria Island.