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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
[Re: murphycpcu]
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02/09/2023 09:54 AM
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They seemed to be very pointy in the head and there was enough light to see how silver and rather gig they were. I assume they are not good for eating or someone would have an easy time catching them. Let's hope so.......
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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
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02/09/2023 10:02 AM
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According to google "Tarpon is edible but people rarely eat them because their meat contains a lot of small bones and it's reported that they don't taste very good."
Carol Hill
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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
[Re: murphycpcu]
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02/09/2023 01:31 PM
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@Icote - I happen to be have my Sommelier certification. I did that years ago in Germany, at the wine university in Geisenheim. But I've never been to that store - I'll have to change that...
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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
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02/09/2023 01:54 PM
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@Icote - I happen to be have my Sommelier certification. I did that years ago in Germany, at the wine university in Geisenheim. But I've never been to that store - I'll have to change that... Yes, it is worth the trip. And stop next door at his restaurant as well- Champagne Bistro. You won't be disappointed! If your'e on Facebook, both Select Wine Cellar and the restaurant (Le Champagne SXM by Sylvain) have a page.
Last edited by pony600; 02/09/2023 02:00 PM.
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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
[Re: murphycpcu]
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02/09/2023 05:43 PM
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While they could be any number of species, most likely they were either Tarpon or Barracuda. If it was around dusk, then most probably Tarpon. Neither Tarpon or Cuda are anything to be concerned about when swimming. Tarpon are absolutely timid and harmless and have no teeth. Barracuda have a reputation (undeservedly, IMHO) of being aggressive but I've been scuba diving and snorkeling around them and never had a concern. In fact, I head-butted a 4 foot Cuda once when diving off a boat of Creole Rock. He gave me an indignant look then swam off into the blue. The only concern with Cuda is they are attracted to bright, shiny things and may snap at something they perceive as 'prey'. They have some pretty fearsome-looking teeth and could do some damage if they latched on to you. Just respect the ocean and the creatures in it - it's their home and we're just visiting. If you go swimming, leave your 'bling' back on the beach or better yet, at home.
Cuda are not edible in these parts (generally 35 deg N to 35 deg S) due to the high risk of Ciguatera poisoning. Tarpon are generally not good eating, though some people use them for fish stew/soup. They have a lot of small bones and the meat is oily, besides, they will feed on garbage and often live in the most brackish water. Good to catch though! Great sport on light tackle as long as you can get them out in the open.
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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
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02/10/2023 09:51 AM
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We were there a couple of weeks ago and asked about the fish, they told us they were Tarpon and they swam by most every evening.
Laura
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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
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02/10/2023 03:10 PM
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Back when Uncle Harry’s was still there the tarpon used to put on quite a show every evening. They seemed to be attracted to the lights and if any foods happened to fall in the water, the feeding frenzy was a sight to behold.
I also was told many years ago they weren’t particularly good eating - way too boney to enjoy. 🙂🙂
Respectfully,
pat
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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
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02/10/2023 03:19 PM
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Not a fan of barracuda.....but I am a bit iffy on most type of fish etc swimming around me, lol....sorry I jsut am.....When we were out on a day trip,,,some got off to snorkel.....of course big chicken me stayed on board.....and the snorklers were feeding the fish,,,,one barracuda actually nipped a guys ear and drew blood....not sure exactly why or how,,,but boy was i glad I stayed on the boat!
Randy and Meg Young
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Re: At Ocean 82 and ?
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02/11/2023 09:33 AM
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There was a lot of them at the Turtle Pier, big ones too. Used to throw some food to them, sure was fun to watch. Miss that place....
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