Habitat
Mole crab (sand flea) (Emerita benedicti). Gulf surf swash zone.
Where to start
The source places this species in beach 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
The inventory describes collecting sand fleas in the swash zone; they are a surf bait rather than a general bay bait.
The source names Sand fleas are used for Gulf-surf pompano and whiting. 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 secondary reference: secondary reference). Identify the animal before retention or collection, then check the current rules for the water and trip.