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Southern kingcroaker
Menticirrhus americanus
Overview
Menticirrhus americanus, the southern kingfish, southern kingcroaker, king whiting, Carolina whiting, sea mullet, roundhead, or whiting, is a species of marine fish in the family Sciaenidae. It lives in shallow coastal waters on the western fringes of the Atlantic Ocean.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Shrimp
Dead or alive, always a good choice.
- Bloodworms
Excellent attractant in murky water.
- Sand fleas (mole crabs)
Natural prey on sandy beaches.
- Cut Squid
Tough bait, stays on the hook.
- Clams
Use small pieces on a hook.
Artificial Lures
- Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Rig on a jig head or Carolina rig.
- DOA ShrimpSoft PlasticBuy
Cast near structure and retrieve slowly.
- SpoonJohnson Silver MinnowBuy
Weedless and effective in grassy areas.
- Bucktail JigJigBuy
Great for bouncing off the bottom.
- Rapala X-Rap 10CrankbaitBuy
Cast and retrieve with a twitching action.
Techniques
Fish near the bottom in areas with sandy or muddy substrate, especially during periods of low light or after a storm stirs up the bottom.
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Where to Find Southern kingcroaker
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Southern kingcroaker?+
Popular baits for Southern kingcroaker include Shrimp, Bloodworms, Sand fleas (mole crabs), Cut Squid, Clams. Tip: Fish near the bottom in areas with sandy or muddy substrate, especially during periods of low light or after a storm stirs up the bottom.
Where can I catch Southern kingcroaker?+
Southern kingcroaker can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include South Carolina, United States; Florida, United States; Georgia, United States. WikiCatch lists 205 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Southern kingcroaker get?+
Southern kingcroaker (Menticirrhus americanus) can reach up to 50 cm in length and 1.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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