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Fivebeard rockling
Ciliata mustela
Overview
The fivebeard rockling is a coastal ray-finned fish of the family Lotidae. the lings and rocklings. It is found in the eastern Atlantic Ocean. It is not a fish of any commercial importance.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Ragworm
Highly effective, especially when freshly dug.
- Lugworm
Another common and readily available bait.
- Mussels
Use small, opened mussels on the hook.
- Peeler Crab
Excellent when rockling are actively feeding.
- Squid
Small strips work well on a baited hook.
Artificial Lures
- Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Scented, good for attracting rockling.
- Savage Gear Sand EelSoft PlasticBuy
Imitates prey, effective on a jighead.
- Mepps Aglia #2SpinnerBuy
Small spinners can entice a strike.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7CrankbaitBuy
Small minnow lures work well slow retrieved.
- Shakespeare Sea Wonder SpoonsSpoonBuy
Lightweight spoons, slow retrieve near bottom.
Techniques
Fish close to the seabed, as fivebeard rockling are bottom-dwelling fish, and use a slow retrieve with pauses to allow them to find the bait.
Where to Find Fivebeard rockling
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Fivebeard rockling?+
Popular baits for Fivebeard rockling include Ragworm, Lugworm, Mussels, Peeler Crab, Squid. Tip: Fish close to the seabed, as fivebeard rockling are bottom-dwelling fish, and use a slow retrieve with pauses to allow them to find the bait.
Where can I catch Fivebeard rockling?+
Fivebeard rockling can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Cymru / Wales, United Kingdom; England, United Kingdom. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Fivebeard rockling get?+
Fivebeard rockling (Ciliata mustela) can reach up to 25 cm in length and 1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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