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European garfish
Belone belone
Family
Belonidae
Max Length
103.99999618530273 cm
Max Weight
1.4 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
160
Overview
The garfish, also known as the garpike, needlefish or sea needle, is a pelagic, oceanodromous needlefish found in brackish and marine waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Black, and Baltic Seas.
Where to Find European garfish
Region Sjælland, Denmark11 spotsEngland, United Kingdom7 spotsMecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany6 spotsRegion Hovedstaden, Denmark6 spotsRegion Nordjylland, Denmark5 spotsRegion Syddanmark, Denmark5 spotsRegion Midtjylland, Denmark4 spotsSchleswig-Holstein, Germany2 spotsCymru / Wales, United Kingdom2 spotsFrance métropolitaine, France2 spots
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I catch European garfish?+
European garfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Region Sjælland, Denmark; England, United Kingdom; Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. WikiCatch lists 160 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do European garfish get?+
European garfish (Belone belone) can reach up to 103.99999618530273 cm in length and 1.4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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