Resources Division - Artificial Reefs
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Many species of fish, including sailfish, kingfish, Spanish mackerel, barracuda, mutton snapper, and cobia appear to use the artificial reefs as the center or their feeding forays. These bluewater roamers can be caught in abundance many hundreds of yards from the artificial reef. Cold, plankton-rich waters are forced by the Gulf Stream up and over the top of the wreck. Often, in strong currents, an eddy can be seen on the surface, down current from an artificial reef. Game fish often lurk in this "disturbed" water, feeding on bait fish and pelagic crustaceans.
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The Artificial Reef Program needs data regarding the artificial reefs. Please report catches (species, size, date, reef name where fish caught) and any unusual sightings or events by filling out our Artificial Reef Data Collection Form. This information will help us to plan future reefs to better the environment and fishing.
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John Hofstad,
Director
1759 S. Ferdon Boulevard
Crestview, FL 32536
Phone: (850) 689-5770
Fax: (850) 689-5786
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