We are having a rather mild winter and the water temperatures have not dropped low enough to cause any significant change in the patterns of the fish in the mosquitolagoon. Most mornings have been fishable with a few outstanding Ideal conditions days thrown in. Bluebird skies have resulted in some of the best sight fishing the mosquito lagoon has to offer. Tailing redfish on the flats have been the prime target along with some exceptional Gator Trout mixed in for some explosive topwater action. Groups of 10 to 25 fish are common on most days and they are eagerly eating a well placed lure in front of the group. Several groups of Black Drum are also foraging on the flats and offer a change from the normal fishing. Most of these Black Drum are in the 5-10 lb class and when not spooked will eat.
This time of the year can be challenging with the winds and water levels rising and falling along with cold fronts, some days are simply better than others. Fly anglers are having good success with crab patterns in natural colors and shots at 20 to 30 fish are common. We are also catching some trophy sized redfish on days when conditions are favorable. Most of the Larger fish have been in the 20-30 lb class, although there are some larger fish starting to show up and by the end of the month should be grouped up well in several areas for some exciting light tackle or Fly action. Average days are producing multiple shots at a variety of species depending on the weather.

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