Captain
Todd Malicoat

Member since September 2022 Stock Island, United States
Background
Started kitefishing in Miami, and moved inshore. I've fished from Tampa to the Keys both inshore and offshore. I love to fish, and still get excited to go out every morning. Specializing in Sharks and Tarpon in Key West.
Techniques
Live or chunk bait for big sharks and tarpon.

Hey, I'm Captain Todd Malicoat

Stock Island, Verenigde Staten
Background
Started kitefishing in Miami, and moved inshore. I've fished from Tampa to the Keys both inshore and offshore. I love to fish, and still get excited to go out every morning. Specializing in Sharks and Tarpon in Key West.
Techniques
Live or chunk bait for big sharks and tarpon.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(15 reviews)
Stock Island
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Trips from US $199

Fishing Reports

Talking Dog Fishing โ€“ Night Time Tarpon
Talking Dog Fishing โ€“ Night Time Tarpon
Okt 1, 2025 Stock Island
October Trip Highlights -Bull and lemon sharks beside the boat at sunset -Lots of medium and smaller goliath grouper -Mangrove snapper snapping -Big Goliath grouper release in knee-deep water Conditions The weather is cooling, and the wind is blowing. In between weather fronts, the fishing has been great off Key West. Lots of Tarpon, goliath, sharks, and mangrove snapper chewing daily. Calm mornings and glassy afternoons have been the norm this week around Key West and the Lower Keys. Water and air temps are steady in the mid 80s, with clear visibility and light winds โ€” perfect for targeting both the backcountry mangroves for tarpon and sharks. Shark Fishing Action The shark bite has been on fire! Several lemon sharks were landed this week, along with some bull sharks, and nurse sharks โ€” each one putting up a heavy fight in shallow water. These brutes gave anglers all they could handle right next to the boat before a clean release. Perfect water clarity made for great photos at the rail as the sharks surfaced beside the Maverick skiff. Snapper & Reef Bite Mangrove snapper have been steady and plentiful, both for sport and the dinner table. A few fat ones were iced down alongside some tasty Key West spiny lobster โ€” a classic combo for a fresh catch dinner. The nearshore patch reefs and channel edges are producing well using cut bait and small jigs. Reimagined Maverick Mirage The maverick is a little boat with big shark energy. We've caught sharks to 8 ft so far, but always looking to go bigger. I'll drive, and you catch a big shark (or tarpon). The 16โ€™ Maverick Mirage skiff is great in mangroves and flats, quietly stalking sharks, grouper, and snapper in skinny water. Even on windy days, there are plenty of places to tuck away and catch some fish . Book Your Adventure Whether youโ€™re after sharks, snapper, or a once-in-a-lifetime goliath, I will put you on the bite Come catch a big shark - no fish, no pay. 4 hr trips start at $399.
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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Absolutely Incredible Day on the Water w\/Capt.Todd!
Best charter in the Keys
Best charter in the Keys
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Good experience
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Ross S.
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Absolutely Incredible Day on the Water w/Capt.Todd!

GECONTROLEERD   NIEUW  2 Hr Key West Fishing Intro on November 19, 2025
I had an unforgettable experience fishing with Capt. Todd at Talking Dog Charters in Key West! From the moment I stepped on...
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Brian P.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
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Fishing with Todd

5 Hr Day Trip - Mixed Bag on Juli 20, 2025
The Ultimate Key West Shark Fishing Experience with Captain Todd If youโ€™re looking to book an unforgettable Key West...
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Blake C.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome Day With Talking Dog

3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Fishing Key West on Juni 30, 2025
We had an absolutely incredible day on the water with this Captain Todd! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The...
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Jessica Z.
Miami Gardens, Florida
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Captain Todd Malicoat of Talking Dog Fishing was an amazing experience. From the moment we stepped on the boat,...
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Scott V.
Miami, FL
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June fishing trip

AM 4 Hour Tarpon Trip Key West on Juni 12, 2025
Iโ€™ve fished with Capt. Todd numerous times, and his versatility and depth of knowledgeโ€”across different areas and styles...
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