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Can You Eat Fish Scales? (Would You Even Want To?)

September 19, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca

Everyone knows that the meat, or fillet from fish is delicious. Some folks even eat the skin, or roe (eggs) from fish…but what about the scales? Can you eat fish scales? And more importantly, would …

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Are Black Drum Good To Eat? Do They Really Have Worms?

January 22, 2023September 19, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca
Keeper Black Drum

Black drum or ‘big uglies‘ are they are sometimes called, are one of the most popular inshore catches in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. These inshore behemoths can grow up to 60+ pounds and …

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How To Tell If Fish Has Gone Bad (Smell, Touch, Taste)

September 16, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca

With any food item, it is important to prepare and handle fish safely before you cook it in order to reduce the risk of food-borne illnesses, and ensure you have a delicious meal. And when …

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The 12 Best Snook Lures and How To Properly Fish Them!

September 15, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca

Giant snook…what more is there to say? They hit hard, the have powerful runs, they jump, head shake and they’re a blast to catch. I’ve been snook fishing on the east coast of Florida (the …

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Are Bonefish Good To Eat? And Should You Ever Keep Them?

January 22, 2023September 13, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca
Are Bonefish Good To Eat Are They Catch And Release Only

Bonefish, otherwise known as the elusive grey ghosts, are a premier gamefish amongst anglers. They primarily live near the equator and occupy warm, tropical waters around the globe, and are commonly found near tidal flats, …

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Are Sea Robins Edible? (Are They Good To Eat?)

January 22, 2023September 12, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca

If you’ve ever been fishing and accidentally caught an ugly fish that looks like it has wings and legs and armored plates on its head, then you’ve probably caught a sea robin (also known as …

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Are Whiting Good To Eat?

January 22, 2023September 9, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca
Are Whiting Good To Eat

Whiting are a coastal marine species that can be caught year-round in the surf from the Atlantic to the Northeast US, all the way to the Gulf coast beaches. Whiting are not known for their …

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Are Spadefish Good To Eat? (Have You Ever Tried It?)

January 22, 2023August 29, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca

Atlantic spadefish are not usually on the top of the list when it comes to sport-fishing and angler excitement. In fact, many anglers consider them ‘trash fish’, always lingering about on the edges of wrecks …

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Are Redfish Good To Eat? (And How Do You Prepare Them?)

January 22, 2023August 23, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca
Are Redfish Good To Eat

Redfish, also known as red drum, are a common fish ranging from Massachusetts down to Florida and throughout the Gulf of Mexico. A favorite among inshore anglers for their powerful bull-like runs, it’s no secret …

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Taking Your Dog Fishing? Read This First!

August 20, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca
Taking Your Dog Fishing (Wading)

There are three things I love – fishing, my dog Roscoe, and fishing with my dog Roscoe. If you like to fish and have thought about bringing your best friend along for an afternoon down …

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Are Snook Good To Eat? (Hint: They Are Delicious!)

January 22, 2023August 7, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca

Let’s cut right to the chase…Yes, snook are good to eat! Actually, they are phenomenal and in this article, I’m going to tell you why (and how to properly prepare them). But did you know …

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Is Amberjack Good To Eat? Or Is It A Trash Fish?

January 22, 2023August 2, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca

Amberjack is a very common game fish, known for giving a fight that’s much bigger than their actual size would indicate (heck, their nickname is reef donkey!) No doubt they are fun to catch…but is …

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The Secret To Snook Fishing At Night

August 2, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca

Growing up on the east coast of central Florida, snook fishing is a right of passage… I’ve spent countless hours in pursuit of snook, and the majority of that time was after sunset. In this …

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Can Snook Live In Freshwater?

July 31, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca
Snook caught in freshwater pond

Snook are one of a handful of exciting gamefish that can be caught in a wide range of environments. You are probably familiar with snook on the beaches, inlets, bays, and backcountry flats… But can …

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How To Be Successful Beach Fishing For Snook (Tips & Pics!)

July 27, 2022 by Saltwater Mecca
Big snook caught on the beach

Surf fishing for snook on the beach is one of the most relaxing and rewarding activities in all of fishing. Warm water, bright sun, sandy beaches…sounds great right? Well, it can also be extremely challenging, …

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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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