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‘Reverse, Reverse!’ Why Your Spinning Reel Can Spin Both Ways

June 5, 2023 by Ryan Meshanko

It’s happened to many anglers before; you’re out on the water looking for a bite when suddenly your spinning reel starts turning backward! Thankfully, a small switch on the bottom of the reel sets things …

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Categories Fishing Tags Fishing Reels

Are Grunts Good To Eat? They’re A Florida Delicacy!

May 30, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca
White Grunt Fish

Florida is known for its wide variety of seafood delicacies, with big names such as red snapper and snook known across the world for their delicious taste. However, an underdog has been under the radar …

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The 7 Best Live Baits for Saltwater Fishing

May 22, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca

Getting started with saltwater fishing is pretty forgiving and doesn’t require much prep work. Since most fish are scavengers in addition to predators, they’ll eat fresh or frozen cut bait if the opportunity presents itself. …

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Categories Fishing Tags Bait

The Transcontinental Journey of the Pacific Striped Bass

May 11, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca

The striped bass, Morone saxatilis, is one of the most sought-after fish on the U.S. Atlantic Coast. It’s prized for both its hard fight and its delicious flesh, and its populations sustain large recreational and …

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What Fish Tastes Like Chicken? (My Recommendations)

May 1, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca

To many anglers, one of the most rewarding aspects of fishing is coming home with a cooler full of fresh, flavorful fish ready to enjoy with friends or family. For many, however, that distinct fishy …

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Categories Fishing Tags Seafood

Black Drum vs Red Drum: Two Sides of The Same Fishy Coin

April 17, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca

The diverse drum family (sciaenidae) is one of the most commonly encountered fish families by anglers in the U.S. Southeast. The biggest, meanest, and most prized drum species from the American East are the Red …

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Categories Fishing Tags Black Drum, Redfish

Why Do Mullet Jump Out Of The Water? Explained (Sorta)! 

April 13, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca

If you’ve spent any length of time near the beach or tidal estuaries, chances are you’ve seen the ubiquitous Striped Mullet (Mugil cephalus) splashing around on the surface. Sometimes the whole school makes short hops …

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Are Triggerfish Good to Eat? Here’s What You Should Know

April 17, 2023April 12, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca
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Triggerfish are a unique group of fish that consist of 40 different species, with the grey triggerfish being the most common in North America. They get their name from their dorsal fins, which are locked …

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Are Kelp Greenling Good to Eat?

March 26, 2023March 24, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca
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Kelp Greenling are a small fish that live in the Pacific coast of North America. These fish are a common catch in the rocky shores California and the Pacific Northwest, but are kelp greenling good …

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What Is The Best Tasting Fish? FULL Species List Ranked!

February 27, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca

In this article, i’m sharing my ranking of the best tasting fish…and my results may surprise you! This data is compiled after years of experience fishing and cooking seafood in my home state of Florida, …

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Categories Fishing Tags Seafood

Cobia vs Remora: Differences, Explained!

January 29, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca

In this article, ill explain the difference between a Cobia vs Remora so you can properly identify them the next time you are on the water. Cobia vs Remora Cobia and remora are two species …

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Are Blackfin Tuna Good To Eat? They’re Excellent!

January 28, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca

You’ve probably already tried a few varieties of tuna, whether from a sushi restaurant, from a can, or fresh from the day’s catch, but did you know there are 15 species of tuna? Most of …

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Are Blue Marlin Good To Eat? Is It Even Ethical To Eat One?

January 27, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca
Are Blue Marlin Good to Eat?

The blue marlin is the largest of the four marlin species–blue marlin, black marlin, striped marlin, and white marlin. The blue marlin is a top predator and is a prized catch for sports fishermen around …

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Are Tripletail Fish Good To Eat? They Are Phenomenal!

January 24, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca
Are Tripletail Fish Good To Eat?

Tripletail fish are a unique species of inshore saltwater fish found through the Gulf Of Mexico and the Southeastern Atlantic ocean. Seasoned anglers are familiar with this fish, often found floating under buoys, weedlines, and …

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Bowrider vs Ski Boat: Comparison & Uses

January 22, 2023 by Saltwater Mecca
Bowrider vs Ski Boat

In the grand debate of bowrider vs ski boat, you could argue that both are popular types of boats that are meant for recreational use on the water. The list would definitely overlap in some …

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About Saltwater Mecca

Welcome to Saltwater Mecca! My name is Adam, and I started this website because I love fishing, boating, and saltwater recreation.

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  • ‘Reverse, Reverse!’ Why Your Spinning Reel Can Spin Both Ways
  • Are Grunts Good To Eat? They’re A Florida Delicacy!
  • The 7 Best Live Baits for Saltwater Fishing
  • The Transcontinental Journey of the Pacific Striped Bass
  • What Fish Tastes Like Chicken? (My Recommendations)

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