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Lumpsucker
Cyclopterus lumpus
Overview
Cyclopterus is a genus of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Cyclopteridae, the lumpsuckers or lumpfish. Its only species is Cyclopterus lumpus, the lumpsucker or lumpfish. It is found in the North Atlantic and adjacent parts of the Arctic Ocean, ranging as far south as the Chesapeake Bay on the North American coast and Spain on the European coast. The species has been reported twice in the Mediterranean Sea, off Croatia in 2004 and Cyprus in 2017.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Sand Eels
Effective when Lumpsuckers are foraging near the seabed.
- Mussels
Crushed mussels can also act as an attractant.
- Shrimp
Present shrimp close to rocky areas.
- Crab
Small, soft-shell crabs are an excellent choice.
- Worms
Use a variety of earthworms when bottom fishing.
Artificial Lures
- Savage Gear Sandeel SlugSoft PlasticBuy
Mimics natural prey, great for vertical jigging.
- Storm Wildeye Swim ShadSwimbaitBuy
Realistic action, good for covering ground.
- Abu Garcia TobySpoonBuy
Classic spoon, effective in various conditions.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow FCrankbaitBuy
Bright colors can attract attention.
- Daiwa Salt Pro MinnowJerkbaitBuy
Twitch retrieve to entice strikes.
Techniques
Fish near rocky bottoms and kelp forests, as Lumpsuckers are often found clinging to these structures. Vary retrieve speeds to find what triggers a bite.
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Where to Find Lumpsucker
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Lumpsucker?+
Popular baits for Lumpsucker include Sand Eels, Mussels, Shrimp, Crab, Worms. Tip: Fish near rocky bottoms and kelp forests, as Lumpsuckers are often found clinging to these structures. Vary retrieve speeds to find what triggers a bite.
Where can I catch Lumpsucker?+
Lumpsucker can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Maine, United States; ᓄᓇᕗᑦ Nunavut, Canada; Manitoba, Canada. WikiCatch lists 10 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Lumpsucker get?+
Lumpsucker (Cyclopterus lumpus) can reach up to 61.0000014 cm in length and 9.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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