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Atlantic sturgeon
Acipenser oxyrinchus oxyrinchus
Overview
The Atlantic sturgeon is a large species of sturgeon native to both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, and associated river basins. It is a member of the family Acipenseridae, and, along with other sturgeon, it is sometimes considered a living fossil. The main range of the Atlantic sturgeon is in eastern North America, extending from New Brunswick, Canada, to the eastern coast of Florida, United States. A highly endangered disjunct population occurs in the Baltic region of Europe.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Nightcrawlers
Effective, readily available, and easy to use.
- Eel
Cut eel is a very popular and effective bait.
- American Shad
Use fresh cut bait from shad.
- Sea Worms
Bloodworms or sandworms work well.
Artificial Lures
- Bucktail JigJigBuy
White or chartreuse are good color choices.
- Crippled Herring SpoonSpoonBuy
Silver or gold color works well.
- Gulp! Alive! 6" GrubSoft PlasticBuy
Chartreuse or white color.
- Savage Gear 3D GobySwimbaitBuy
Natural colors can entice strikes.
- Hogy Pro Tail PaddleSwimbaitBuy
Great in river currents
Techniques
Sturgeon often feed on the bottom, so use a fish-finder rig with a heavy weight to keep your bait in the strike zone; experiment with different weights to find what works best for the current.
Where to Find Atlantic sturgeon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Atlantic sturgeon?+
Popular baits for Atlantic sturgeon include Nightcrawlers, Eel, American Shad, Sea Worms, Bucktail Jig. Tip: Sturgeon often feed on the bottom, so use a fish-finder rig with a heavy weight to keep your bait in the strike zone; experiment with different weights to find what works best for the current.
Where can I catch Atlantic sturgeon?+
Atlantic sturgeon can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New Brunswick / Nouveau-Brunswick, Canada; Québec, Canada; Nova Scotia, Canada. WikiCatch lists 26 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Atlantic sturgeon get?+
Atlantic sturgeon (Acipenser oxyrinchus oxyrinchus) can reach up to 403.00002098083496 cm in length and 367.86 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NT.
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