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Environment
The bullseye snakehead is a fish that, thanks to its lungs, does not require highly oxygenated water, so it can be found in shallow channels and very oxygen-poor waters.
It's in places like this that I recommend you start your search, as you can hope to see them and quickly get an idea of the potential of the place you're fishing.
You can't say they're everywhere, but it's a fish that has spread widely, and it's very common to find it, although some canals are more likely to have a good population than others.
It can also be found in larger environments and in lakes, but in all cases its position is the same: the edge!
Strategy
It can behave in two ways. One is to stay glued to the bank, in ambush, and the other is to skirt the bank in search of prey. In both cases, the fishing strategy is quite simple: cast the lure as far as possible, parallel to the bank, as close to the edge as possible, and bring it back at a constant speed with the rod raised.
If you see a fish following, keep reeling and don't stop. The reel brake must be tightly applied, and when an attack occurs, lower the rod towards the fish, then strike from the side. Once the fish has been hooked, you must reel it in quickly and not give it the chance to take refuge in obstacles, hence the need for a strong reel.
The snakehead keeps close to the edge and is a very wary fish. Contrary to its bully appearance, it is a discreet and clever fish, and if it sees the angler, it's a lost cause, hence the need to cast far away, while keeping a certain distance from the bank. It has excellent eyesight thanks to the eyes on its head, and can see what's going on outside the water.
It's territorial and generally found alone or in pairs. When you catch one, there's no point in insisting on the area, and it's better to move forward several dozen metres to get back to fishing. What's more, the bite often occurs on the first pass, so there's no point in insisting. It's better to explore as many edges as possible, until you find the right stretch of water.
It's a fascinating hunt and well worth spending a few hours on during your stay in Florida - you're guaranteed to have a great time!
Finally, fishing is good all year round, although the warmest months are still the best: spring and summer.
