Amberjack

Amberjack are common in the waters off East Florida, Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Amberjack or “A.J.’s” are commonly caught on reefs, and probably more so, on wrecks.

Live pinfish or blue runners are hard for these gamesters to refuse; however, if live bait is not available, deep jigging is also a very effective method.

These backbreaking fighters will bring even the strongest of men to their knees. A.J.’s are commonly 15 to 30 lbs with 60 to 80 lb bruisers not uncommon.

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