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Writer's pictureBrad Ashe

The Unusual Catch: Landing a Moray Eel on Our Fishing Charter

Updated: Aug 16



Moray Eel LightHouse Point Florida
Moray Eel LightHouse Point Florida

Every fishing trip is an adventure, but sometimes the ocean throws us a real curveball. Recently, we had one of those unexpected moments that left everyone on board buzzing with excitement and a bit of bewilderment: we caught a moray eel!


An Unexpected Surprise


While we were out targeting Snapper and grouper, the line suddenly went taut, and we knew something was on the other end. But as we started reeling it in, we quickly realized this wasn’t our typical catch. Instead of the expected fish, a long, sinuous moray eel emerged from the depths—a rare and unusual catch on a fishing charter!


The Tangled Dance


If you’ve never caught a moray eel before, you’re in for quite a show. As soon as we pulled it out of the water, the eel began to twist and coil its body around the fishing line, creating a tangled mess in no time. Moray eels are known for this behavior; they’re incredibly strong and flexible, using their entire body to wrap around anything in their path. It was like watching a living, wriggling knot form right before our eyes.


The Challenge of Untangling


The real challenge came when it was time to untangle the line. Carefully maneuvering around those sharp teeth and trying to keep the eel calm was no easy task. It took some teamwork, patience, and a lot of caution, but we finally managed to get the eel free and safely released it back into the water.


A Story to Remember


Catching a moray eel isn’t something that happens every day, and it’s definitely a story our guests won’t forget anytime soon. It’s moments like these that make every fishing trip unique and remind us that the ocean is full of surprises.


If you’re ready for your own unforgettable adventure, join us on our next fishing charter, you never know what you might reel in!

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