Black croaker
Cheilotrema saturnum
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Calamari
Cut into strips; a favorite.
- Shrimp
Live or dead, always a good choice.
- Bloodworms
Effective on a variety of hooks.
- Mussels
Crushed or whole, good for scent.
- Pile Worms
Another local favorite.
Artificial Lures
- Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Scented, works well on a Carolina rig.
- Kastmaster SpoonSpoonBuy
Silver or gold, for jigging.
- Lucky Craft Pointer 78JerkbaitBuy
Slowly twitch for best results.
- Daiwa Salt Pro MinnowHard SwimbaitBuy
Cast and retrieve at a slow pace.
- Strike King Red Eye ShadCrankbaitBuy
Good for covering water quickly.
Techniques
Fish near structure like rocks or pilings, and target areas with a moderate current to attract Black Croaker.
Where to Find Black croaker
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Black croaker?+
Popular baits for Black croaker include Calamari, Shrimp, Bloodworms, Mussels, Pile Worms. Tip: Fish near structure like rocks or pilings, and target areas with a moderate current to attract Black Croaker.
Where can I catch Black croaker?+
Black croaker can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include California, United States. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Black croaker get?+
Black croaker (Cheilotrema saturnum) can reach up to 44.9999988 cm in length and 0.7 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is DD.