Gulf Sturgeon
The Gulf sturgeon is a large, anadromous fish found in the Gulf of Mexico and its tributaries. Recognized by its bony plates and long body, it migrates between freshwater rivers for spawning and marine waters for feeding. This species is threatened and protected under the Endangered Species Act.
Length~150 (max 274)
Weight~68 (max 136)
WaterFresh, brackish, salt
Water Temp15-20° F
Depth4-12 ft
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- Length~150 (max 274)
- Weight~68 (max 136)
- WaterFresh, brackish, salt
- Water Temp15-20° F
- Depth4-12 ft
Popular lures for Gulf Sturgeon
Regulation for Gulf Sturgeon
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Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Inhabits rivers, estuaries, and coastal waters
- Prefers areas with sandy or gravel substrates for spawning
- Feeds on benthic invertebrates like mollusks, crustaceans, and marine worms
- Juveniles stay in freshwater for about two years before migrating to marine environments
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning occurs in freshwater rivers during the spring
- Males mature between seven and twelve years, females between eight and seventeen
- After hatching, juveniles remain in rivers before migrating to the sea
- Adults migrate annually between feeding and spawning grounds, showing significant weight fluctuations based on feeding patterns.