Know Your South Florida Seafood
Last Updated August 31, 2018
This seafood is harvested in South Florida waters throughout the year, depending on season. Many seafood markets will tell you where their fish is from. If not, ask.
Blue Crab
Harvested on both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, these dark green crabs are harvested when their skeletons are hard – where they are eaten...
Florida Shrimp
Pink shrimp are sweet and tender, typically caught in South Florida and Gulf waters. The season is March through May, and October through...
Grouper
Members of the seabass family, grouper is a popular menu item, available year-round with peak months from April-Oct. High in protein and...
Mahi-mahi
Also known as dorado, mahi-mahi is a gorgeous fish with an iridescent blue-green and gold body and a golden tail. Found in waters around...
Spiny Lobster
This Florida crustacean may not have claws like its Maine counterpart, but its sweet, low-fat meat found in the tails is popular on grills...
Stone Crab
One of South Florida’s menu favorites, stone crabs live in both Atlantic and Gulf waters. Their ability to regenerate their huge claws...
Yellowtail Snapper
Found in South Florida, the Gulf and the Caribbean, this distinctive fish with its yellow stripes is lean, with firm textured white meat....
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