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Sheepshead
Archosargus probatocephalus
Photo: Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
Knowing the Sheepshead (Archosargus probatocephalus) well helps you decide where and when to dive for it. It usually frequents rocky bottoms and is found between 0 and 20 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is wary, hard to get close to, which shapes how to approach it.
It's relatively accessible with basic technique. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 6 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: wary, hard to get close to.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| Florida (Atlantic) | 12" (30 cm) |
| Florida (Gulf) | 12" (30 cm) |
| Gulf (Alabama to Texas) | 12" (30 cm) |
Where to catch it
Other names
Sargo chopa (es) · Sargo-de-dentes (pt)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Sheepshead?
It depends on the area. For example, Florida (Atlantic): 12" (30 cm); Florida (Gulf): 12" (30 cm); Gulf (Alabama to Texas): 12" (30 cm). See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Sheepshead found?
Usually between 0 and 20 m, mostly over rocky bottoms.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “easy”. It is also wary, hard to get close to. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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Add this species to your collection, log your catches with their size and check the legal minimum for your area, all from your phone.
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