How to catch big Midas cichlids in Florida

In this video I will show how to catch one of the most sought after exotic species of fish that live in Florida. Midas cichlids (Amphilophus citrinellus) can be found throughout the canals and lakes of Miami-Dade County. These beautiful fish usually weigh less than 1 pound and any Midas cichlid over 2 pounds is a big one. I found that bread is the best bait to use to catch these fish. You can also catch them on lures such as jigs, lipless crankbaits, jerkbaits, and other lures. Midas cichlids are native to Central American countries such as Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
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[@Grouperhunter]

Underwater Video of Midas Cichlids In South Florida; kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2S2kGakmbRreqc

[@SK_CrappieCatching]

That look like a bunch of fun right there.... Those jokers have got some fight..... Had that braid signing..... They would be nice to have in a pond..... Nice catches and it's crazy to see exotic fish like that caught.....I know they're classified invasive......

[@Grouperhunter]

SK's CRAPPIE Catchn Adventures Thank you for watching! They give a good fight for their size and they are one of the most unique freshwater exotic fish that live in South Florida. I am thinking of making more videos showing how to catch other exotic species. These fish are coexisting well with the native fish and I often catch big bluegills in the same areas.

[@SK_CrappieCatching]

@@Grouperhunter That would definitely make some good videos.....

[@johnsnow674]

The solid bright all orange one was gorgeous. I would like to have that one in one of my tanks. I have only kept African but seeing this makes me want to get a central American as well.

[@Grouperhunter]

@johnsnow674 Thank you for watching! I agree, Midas cichlids are gorgeous fish. I have seen several videos of Midas cichlids in aquariums with other cichlids, it's definitely worth raising them if you have a large aquarium. Earlier this year I posted an underwater video of Midas cichlids that I hope you enjoy watching. Thinking of posting more underwater cichlid videos.

[@newmanoutdoors1564]

Man those are some beautiful fish

[@Grouperhunter]

Newman Outdoors Thank you for watching! I am thinking of making more fishing videos that show me catching other species of exotic fish.

[@AllenOutdoors868]

Some cool looking fish.

[@Grouperhunter]

Thank you for watching!

[@duvo2613]

Very nice and interesting orange fish,I never seen a fish like that.💪👍🙂

[@Grouperhunter]

Duvo Thank you for watching! I am glad you enjoyed the video. Thinking of making more videos of me catching other species of cichlids.

[@CTRFishing]

That’s one of the coolest looking fish I’ve ever seen! That’s awesome man I’d love to fish down in Florida, you’re so lucky!

[@Grouperhunter]

CTR Fishing Thank you for watching! I am glad you enjoyed watching my video. I read your channel description and see you are from Rockford, Illinois. I have visited Rockford and other beautiful places nearby. Going to watch a couple of your videos now.

[@CTRFishing]

@@Grouperhunter Pretty dope that you’ve been to Rockford! Thanks for checking out the channel hope you enjoy my style of fishing videos

[@Grouperhunter]

CTR Fishing It was one of my favorite places I have visited in my travels. I watched a couple of your videos. That lake in Hayward was very clear and the palomino trout was beautiful!

[@enriquesanchez7703]

Super cool fish, I wish to get one for my tank

[@Grouperhunter]

Enrique Sanchez Thank you for watching!

[@Japanvideography]

*_Thank you for sharing this wonderful video of catching a big fish. Like 39!_*

[@Grouperhunter]

Japan Videography Thank you for watching! You are welcome. Midas cichlids are fun to catch.

[@JennysCountryChannel]

Super, my friend! :) Thumbs up!

[@Grouperhunter]

JennysCountryMusicChannel Thank you for watching!

[@LivingtheSilverLife]

Now, that is a beautiful fish. What’s your favorite way to prep it for eating? Grilling? Baking? She is interesting looking.

[@Grouperhunter]

Living the Silver Life Thank you for watching! I did not eat these Midas cichlids but I do enjoy eating other types of fish. I enjoy eating fish fried, grilled, baked, and blackened.

[@javiercallejas3628]

Amazing video! I would love to add this to my list. Are there any public areas near u where I can fish for them?

[@Grouperhunter]

Kenpachi Z Thank you for watching! I am glad you enjoyed the video. The freshwater canals in the Miami area have them and there are plenty of public areas you can fish for them.

[@wilfredosantos9451]

This is one of my buck list fish where at in Florida do you get them .... Great video awesome

[@Grouperhunter]

Wilfedo Santos Thank you for watching! I caught these Midas cichlids in Miami-Dade County. Will post more videos of me catching different species of cichlids later on.

[@pleaseholdinc]

What time of day did you catch these Midas Cichlids? I have caught a few between 6-8 pm. All other times I have gone either in the morning or mid-day they don't show any interest in my bait. Using Publix brand white bread.

[@Grouperhunter]

Carlos Garcia Thank you for watching! I have caught Midas cichlids from sunrise to sunset. Sometimes they are picky in one location so you have to fish another location until you find the Midas cichlids that are actively feeding.

[@PeelingLine]

You're the midas master. Every single one was a beauty. Were you using brown bread? 👍

[@Grouperhunter]

Peeling Line Thank you for watching! Thinking of making more videos of me fishing for other species of exotic fish. It was very fun catching these Midas cichlids and I highly recommend you fish for them when you visit South Florida. I prefer using brown bread since it is the bread I like to eat. White bread will also work.

[@PeelingLine]

@@Grouperhunter I find the fish prefer white. My schedule for fishing has got pushed back. What do you think is better for florida in the months of november to february? You definitely should do more specialized videos. Like you, I like just the fishing and catching fish but people say there should be more talking in the videos if you want a bigger audience. I have been trying to do that more but I need work. I notice there are lots of people that don't catch many fish but have lots of subs and views.

[@Grouperhunter]

Peeling Line Most people use white bread and it works very well for them. What species would you like to catch? November to February are great months to fish for big largemouth bass and fishing in the Everglades. I do not talk much in my videos and will try to talk a little more. I enjoy watching your videos since you are true to yourself and think you should continue being that way. Hopefully I can continue posting specialized videos like this one about Midas cichlids. I will still post videos of my other hobbies since I see my KZbin page as a vlog that I share with my family, friends, and anyone that wants to see my videos.

[@PeelingLine]

@@Grouperhunter That's cool. The main thing I have to catch in florida is a florida gar. But there are so many unique species there I would be happy with any: peacocks, cichlids, plocostomus. You've seen my videos. If it swims I want to catch it. 😂

[@Grouperhunter]

Peeling Line You should be able to catch several Florida gar in the Everglades. Easiest way to catch them is with live bait under a bobber. They will also hit cutbait. Jerkbaits, topwaters, and soft plastics are my favorite lures for Florida gar. Most species of cichlids can be caught on bread or live worms. Peacock bass like live bait, jerkbaits, crankbaits, topwaters, and jigs. Easiest way to catch a Plecostomus is with your hands since they like to be close to the shore, they will also eat live worms and sometimes lures. I think you will love the variety South Florida has to offer and you should have a great time.

[@casualcarolinafishing5835]

Sheesh, where ever you were was full of those things. They're even more colorful than the peacock bass.

[@Grouperhunter]

Casual Carolina Fishing Thank you for watching! I was fishing a couple canal systems in Miami-Dade county. I have caught Midas cichlids with orange, black, purple, white, yellow, pink, red, and other color patterns. They are one of the most unique species of fish that live in South Florida canals and are very fun to catch.

[@wakachico72]

Brightly colored fish😆What fish name?

[@Grouperhunter]

SAKU-SAKU Thank you for watching! These fish are called Midas cichlids.

[@wakachico72]

@@Grouperhunter Midas cichlids！ Thanks👍

[@Grouperhunter]

Underwater Video of Spawning Midas Cichlids And Other Fish In South Florida; kzbin.info/www/bejne/d33bhah7hd6okM0