Sand Sea Trout "White Trout"

Sand Sea Trout "White Trout"

Cynoscion arenarius
Sand Sea Trout

Average Weight/Length

Usually one-half to one pound; rarely exceeds 2. World record 4 pounds, 5 ounces.

Other "Popular" Names for this Fish

Sand Trout

Location Habitat

Most are caught in deep portions of bays and channels on the Gulf Coast, but are preset on the Atlantic side as well. Generally prefers hard sand or shell bottom, but sometimes mixes with Speckled Trout on grass flats.

Biology & Physical Description

Often confused with the Silver Trout (see next), and both can be confused with the Weakfish (previous) but note that, with rare exception, the Weakfish is found in the Atlantic and both the others in the Gulf. This fish is tan or yellowish above and silver below. No spots. Canine teeth present.

Geographic Species Map (Fishbase.org Map)

Summary of Distribution: Western Atlantic: Florida, USA and Gulf of Mexico to Bay of Campeche, Mexico.

Note: Distribution range colors indicate degree of suitability of habitat which can be interpreted as probabilities of occurrence (fishbase.org)

Sport Fishing Techniques

Kite Fishing (Rig)

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Kite Fishing (Trolling)

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River Drift

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Trawling

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Tackle & Baits

Light spinning tackle is best. Favored baits are shrimp, live or dead, and small strips of fish or squid. Small leadhead jigs are tops as artificials.

Game Rating

Game Rating : 5/10

Game Description :

Short runs. Fun, but no challenge.

Food Rating

Game Rating : 7.5/10

Game Description :

Smaller ones with skin on are tasty panfish. Those over a pound or so produce mild-flavored fillets.