Species guide
How to catch Blue whiting
Micromesistius poutassou
The blue whiting is an elongated saltwater fish found in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Juveniles inhabit shallow waters and feed on small crustaceans, while adults hunt larger fish in deeper waters. It is not considered a game fish but plays an important role in marine food webs.
Where they live
Blue whiting live from shallow coastal areas to deep ocean waters up to 3000 meters, commonly found in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea. Juveniles prefer shallower zones, adults venture to deep mesopelagic zones.
Typical size
Up to about 56 cm
What they eat
- small crustaceans
- euphausiids
- amphipods
- juvenile fishes
- larger predatory fishes
Best baits
- small fish strips
- shrimp
- squid pieces
Best lures
- small jigs
- soft plastic bait imitations
- metal spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- jigging
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