A SURPRISING DAY in the CYPRESS SWAMPS of FLORIDA...!!! [LIFER ALERT]

January 11th, 2024 (Fishing Session Number 6)
In today's video, I explore and wade the CYPRESS SWAMPS around the Little Econlockhatchee River in Orlando, FL. To my surprise, I ended up finding one of my coolest LIFERS yet...
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[@JeffGeraldFishing]

Leo out here wading in the swamp for a video. That’s commitment right there folks !! Great video Leo

[@LukeRoberts280]

Leo you got some balls exploring the way you do sometimes

[@evanharris9532]

Leo just casually exploring cottonmouth territory like a boss 🙏

[@extremephillyfishing]

oiiiiinkkkk...

[@dleeslife9023]

Leo lol "heck yeah that's exactly what I'm going to do " lol

[@handthing9709]

I'm so glad you're uploading again! You're the first person i started watching on KZbin years ago

[@spideymcgee4718]

Right? He is the overall most educational fisherman on KZbin. Plus he has that witty, dry sense of humor. Super nice in person too. Met him at the Expo around our way.

[@SquatchMan123]

All of those fish are beautiful. That shiner was gorgeous. Be careful of the skunk ape.

[@jaredb9909]

Those redbreast sunfish are next level beautiful in Florida

[@nitemox]

Fancy tail Guppies got nuthin' on that minnow. Right in the byways of FL.

[@heartsonfishing]

4:29 "extra worry" I worry about you fishing there too 😂

[@extremephillyfishing]

Hahaha. I meant to say "extra *wary."* 😄 But don't you *worry.* I know what I am doing when I go to places like that.

[@heartsonfishing]

@@extremephillyfishing haha yeah I knew what you meant. 👍

[@rosariofishing]

glad you enjoyed my river. tight linez

[@blueringoctopuss]

You could go a couple hours north and try to catch a bluenose. Hour north for the lake Eustis pupfish. Not only in lake Eustis.

[@InitialDrifterZ]

Man!! That tannic water makes all of those fish absolutely beautiful! You don’t see anglers fishing in those types of waters! So fascinating!

[@cassiuswilliams5301]

EPF is back baby!!!

[@svengalt9546]

Amazing trip and beautiful fish. I am so glad I found your channel because now I know that microfishing is a thing and I want to try it! Also, those root/stem things from the trees are called cypress knees.

[@gcrauwels941]

Soooo much tannin in that area. That bass was dark.

[@Boon-ie1rq]

Gotta look out for the Florida man too. They are a different species of their own. 😅

[@justinpatterson220]

Leo come on now your gasp made me think you stepped on a gator or something

[@thundarpheeshy]

It's true. I ran into EPF the other day on the train. He didn't have his backpack or fishing rod with him, but sure enough hanging out of his left pocket: Z-Spender 2"

[@timmys5994]

Another interesting and informative video. Glad you acknowledged the inherent risk of alligators and snakes in that specific area. It takes some bolas to wade through cypress and Mangrove swamps.

[@turkeyman3019]

Your videos are such a breath of fresh air, Leo. Welcome back to KZbin, man. I am so glad that you are back to making epic videos!!

[@willswalkingwest7267]

Those sunfish are mighty tasty.

[@MrIpjrobson]

And this is why he's Extreme Philly Fishing!

[@newtonh4907]

That mettalic shiner is indeed the most beautiful micro I've seen on your channel. I'm amazed

[@Microfishingstory]

Banger after Banger. Season 2024 of EPF is 🤌 so far

[@crosscountrybankangler]

The redbreast definitely look different down there. More elongated fins and more orange color on the underside. Cool metallic shiner as well 😎

[@thomasb4467]

It would be cool to have a school of those shiners in a fish tank. They’re beautiful.

[@WAEofFishing]

You need to really discuss the gator situation bruh. I'm known for being reckless on my channel. But BRUH... who wades in FL!!! Concerning...

[@extremephillyfishing]

I left a disclaimer for that at 4:13, brooooo. 😄

[@WAEofFishing]

@extremephillyfishing I saw it! I want to film with you one day! Can't have you out here risking it all before I do that! It's all love man, be safe tho!

[@matthewgreen465]

I live in Fl and we wade fish all the time

[@bobdonatello7353]

You have to get on some Suwannee bass while you’re down here; they’re really beautiful fish that live in beautiful places. If you find yourself in the panhandle, I’d also love to see you catch some shoal bass and Choctaw bass. Tight lines!

[@brian1204]

Beautiful micro! For the longest time I thought the bright colors on many bass lures were so garish, but even the most colorful can match some of those micros!

[@Glaciershark]

Its very satisfying to see new videos here. Stay safe bruh 🙅🐊

[@Drewsfishingtrips]

better be an alligator being added to the list in this episode.

[@TheFishingNomad]

He already caught one of those years ago.

[@darter216]

Glad to see another video....makes me want to go out and do the same...

[@billcotton1551]

Beautiful fish Leo! Almost looks like a neon tetra. Colors on the sunfish were spectacular too.

[@mikerutherdale7327]

Leo stepped his camera game up …looks great …nice to see you back making videos again 👍🏻

[@eckoman92]

Only January and you're already ESSSSSLAYIIIIING the lifers! Love it man!

[@BryceAcosta]

Awesome man I absolutely love the florida videos since I live here lol. Please try some more saltwater florida

[@KEZFishing]

Hey, Leo I just bought a pair of the waterproof socks happy to see you in full swing.

[@chisaquaticvibe6524]

Great work, Leo!

[@trevorjohnson8993]

That Metallic Shiner is so pretty!!!

[@johnaufderheide6117]

Great fishing session Leo! That metallic shiner was just awesome! So was that redbreast. The tannic water just heightened their coloration. Congrats on adding to the list.

[@beastman2513]

That metallic shiner looks like a little rapala x-rap you'd but at bass pro shops. Lol and that red breast was weird. Alot different than up here. Much more coloring on the chest and belly.

[@Carolinafishingtales]

I caught the reference to MTG Im assuming. Lol. Great video.

[@extremephillyfishing]

I was thinking of the Scale of Chiss-Goria while I was writing that for the video, so you are on point. Heh.

[@central_fl_fishing4315]

Awesome video. Those are cypress knees btw

[@theobirkholz]

Very beautiful fish all of them

[@Steve-ev6vx]

Those where some beautiful fish in that tanic water!

[@ConeyIsland1952]

aside from too much talking bro your videos are interesting & fun to watch.... I even learned a few things ... personally I keep the vol off...... tight lines

[@JesusLORD690]

Keep doing these ultralight sunfish videos, I do alot of it myself. Got a shimano stradic too and pairing it with a st criox rod for some panfish like you

[@gregthomas2904]

You do you. I enjoy the micro and the saltwater fishing the best. You can only watch so many bass and sunfish get caught. With that fishing it’s all about your entertainment

[@stevem561980]

Be careful out there LEO!

[@Madsexyart]

You need to do a Amazon fishing trip

[@joeysheehan4630]

Was that the swamp squatch!?!?!??!!!lol

[@zachtm4]

Those redbreast are incredible looking

[@skiie]

Im glad you film videos. I am not crazy enough to venture out into the woods for fishing lol

[@rickyyang3357]

This is an awesome adventure video.

[@watermelonsandfleas1686]

Econ is scary place you got something to be wading in there lol but glad to see u at my river!

[@Pwrcritter]

No chrowet.. no problem!

[@MothLightChronicles]

loving these latest videos. thanks for sharing your lifelisting journey with us. and don't underestimate those florida chickens, lots of avian diversity to explore down there!

[@paulrobinson3353]

Good to see you back Leo, new content is great!

[@iknowgood2403]

Great content and great attitude 👏 👍 👌 😊

[@jessesherlock1204]

Blessed with another video by EPF!

[@Yinzzy656]

Love the fresh water

[@urbansteelfishing6905]

Banger video. 4 videos 4 bangers

[@williamspillman8720]

Awesome job Leo! You couldn’t have picked a better place to film a video!

[@marcusmartin1583]

Love your work 👌🏼

[@jackt4274]

Damn, the colors on the micro are so beautiful!

[@aaronfofana9510]

Congratulations on catching a new species bro

[@math19074]

Lets GOOOOO!!! Thanks for the upload Leo.

[@thedanabides9]

thanks for showing us your floridanus

[@darrellschulte3868]

I just love it when Leo catches the larger fish. His excitement, and enthusiasm is priceless. Oh no, he stopped for the micros. They just don't interest me

[@neilbonefishing]

Watch out for alligator snapper turtles. They'll bite your toe off Leo. I know I wrestled with one. It was quite the opposite for me though I bet his toe off.

[@neilbonefishing]

I believe it was in the same area where you are. I'm only telling you this because me and you look like twins we look exactly alike. So that turtle might be holding a grudge and mistake you for me

[@Lakhshamana]

Woah, this is quite a place to fish.

[@Billy-bn1rp]

potato-notropis😆

[@Underpantsniper]

Hey Leo, I've been watching your videos for years and love your personality and crazy accent. I think I can do a spot on impression of you. Is it ok if I make a video impersonating you for laughs?

[@extremephillyfishing]

Of course. Go for it. Thanks for all the love and support.

[@tylerherriman5243]

Slayfest! Glad you didnt get eaten!

[@bigboi8426]

You gonna do any ice fishing this year? Tis the season

[@extremephillyfishing]

If it is cold enough here in Philly, yes!

[@chasecoquet6297]

thats an awsome lookin spot man. id drag my balls over a mile of hot coals to fish in florida rn 😂😂

[@spideymcgee4718]

My man is back up and running providing us the much needed content! Are you gonna be at the expo with EuroTackle this year again?

[@extremephillyfishing]

Sadly, no. This year, Ben and I will not be attending any expos due to lack of time/availability.

[@spideymcgee4718]

@@extremephillyfishing lame. I suppose it’s due to business reasons and that means y’all are doing well. I’ll be restocking up on all my gear for this spring. I only use EuroTackle if I’m in not using live bait. Thanks man. I hope all is well. Tight lines, my man.

[@tannerwi]

Can you explain what makes a Florida bass different than a large mouth bass? Love the videos!!!

[@SMTNocturne2002]

Florida Bass are a different species of the Largemouth bass, Florida bass are larger than their northern cousins and grow faster, are more aggressive and have different colors and camouflage patterns when compared to the common largemouth.

[@extremephillyfishing]

Sure thing. They are two distinct species of fish. They may look alike, but they are morphologically different. The best way to different them where they are not sympatric is via lateral line scale count: the northern Largemouth Bass _(Micropterus salmoides)_ has 59-65 lateral line scales, whereas the Florida Bass _(Micropterus floridanus)_ has 69-73 lateral line scales. Summarizing, the northern Largemouth Bass tends to have a deeper body in comparison to the Florida Bass, as well as bigger scales.

[@victorycigarettes]

What type of gear and lbs test do you have for the z-spender? I cant seem to dial it in.

[@jkrofchick90]

Wassup Leo!!!! I got a quick question for you . I see you linked the medium waterproof socks , do you think they would fit my size 11 and a half size feet or should I go large?

[@extremephillyfishing]

Hmm... that's a good question. I am a 10, so I get the Medium and it fits me well. I think they have a chart for sizes on Amazon, so you can check what category your 11.5 fits in.

[@jkrofchick90]

Thanks man if a 10 fits well in medium I would imagine a large would be fine for me , appreciate it my brother !

[@justinpatterson220]

W Leo hope you’re enjoying New Orleans

[@snakeeyes9246]

New Orleans? This is Florida!

[@justinpatterson220]

@@snakeeyes9246have you not seen his ig story he’s in New Orleans rn

[@extremephillyfishing]

Everything besides the WEATHER and the FISHING is great. LOL. So far, I have only caught two Bluegill this entire trip. 🤣 Cold front conditions plus rain every day is not helping.

[@danehagedorn3648]

MTG reference nice🤌

[@jesusgaytan1353]

No gators in that part of florida?

[@extremephillyfishing]

Oh yes. There are plenty of Gators I'm Orlando.

[@nicholasluka2330]

No Way Dude...r u nuts....get out of there before you get eaten...!!!

[@henrykosky3919]

Look to me like that was a perfect red breast specimen!