Once lost or discarded, derelict fishing gear can continue to trap and kill fish, crustaceans, birds, and other animals that are not meant to be caught, according to the National Oceanic and ...

Above is a common spotted sea trout, sometimes called a speckled sea trout; “speck” for short. Feisty, crafty, and tasty, Gulf Coast anglers love them. In Texas, speck are closed to commercial fishing ...