Editor’s Note: This article was originally scheduled to run on Friday, March 19. However, the headline had a misspelling and the article that followed was incorrect. We regret this error and any confusion it may have caused.
By this time, most people who are interested have heard about the devastating effects of the recent week-long snow and ice storm on our coastal fish species. Millions of fish died. Among the hardest hit is the highly-sought-after spotted sea trout, popularly called speckled trout or just “specs.” As more data is collected, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) may make management changes concerning coastal species —especially speckled trout.
The Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) has dropped speckled trout, gafftop, sheepshead and flounder divisions from their popular STAR tournament. Only tagged redfish will still carry big prizes.
