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European garfish
Belone belone
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.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Sandeel
Effective when fished whole or cut.
- Ragworm
A wriggly bait garfish find irresistible.
- Mackerel strip
Oily and releases a strong scent.
- Small prawns
Can be used whole or as tips.
Artificial Lures
- Toby Salmo 10gSpoonBuy
Silver or blue patterns work well.
- Rapala Original Floater 07MinnowBuy
Twitch it slowly near the surface.
- Mepps Aglia Longcast #2SpinnerBuy
Cast far in windy conditions.
- Savage Gear Sandeel Slug 10cmSoft PlasticBuy
Rig it weedless on a light jighead.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7MinnowBuy
Works well with stop-and-go retrieve.
Techniques
Garfish often patrol the upper water layers, so use a fast retrieve or float fishing tactics to keep your bait or lure near the surface.
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Where to Find European garfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for European garfish?+
Popular baits for European garfish include Sandeel, Ragworm, Mackerel strip, Small prawns, Toby Salmo 10g. Tip: Garfish often patrol the upper water layers, so use a fast retrieve or float fishing tactics to keep your bait or lure near the surface.
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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