Habitat
Ghost shrimp (Lepidophthalmus louisianensis). Laguna Madre and Baffin Bay flats.
Where to start
The source places this species in bay settings. all The source supports this as South Padre, Lower Laguna Madre, or nearby Gulf planning context. Treat the seasonal note as context, not a promise of a catch, open access or a particular day on the water.
Approach and bait
Collected from mud for flats fishing; the inventory identifies sand pumps, hand collection, and traps as relevant device categories.
The source names Ghost shrimp are a classic flats bait for trout and redfish. as gear or bait context. Confirm the current rules before using it.
Handling
Confirm current bait-collection devices and local access rules before collecting.
Sources and current rules
This guide draws on a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department source: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department source. Identify the animal before retention or collection, then check the current rules for the water and trip.