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Spotted hake
Urophycis regia
Overview
Urophycis regia is a species of phycid hake.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Sand Eels
Excellent natural forage for spotted hake.
- Squid Strips
Tough bait, stays on the hook well.
- Mackerel Chunks
Oily and scented, very attractive.
- Sea Worms (Bloodworms)
Effective, especially in clearer waters.
Artificial Lures
- Crippled Herring JigJigBuy
Silver or blue colors work great.
- Ava Diamond JigJigBuy
Effective when jigging near the bottom.
- Zoom Super FlukeSoft PlasticBuy
White or pearl colors are popular choices.
- Berkley Gulp! Swimming MulletSoft PlasticBuy
Chartreuse color can be productive.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1140CrankbaitBuy
Trolling these near structure can produce.
Techniques
Fish near the bottom around structure like wrecks and reefs, using a slow jigging motion to attract spotted hake.
Where to Find Spotted hake
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Spotted hake?+
Popular baits for Spotted hake include Sand Eels, Squid Strips, Mackerel Chunks, Sea Worms (Bloodworms), Crippled Herring Jig. Tip: Fish near the bottom around structure like wrecks and reefs, using a slow jigging motion to attract spotted hake.
Where can I catch Spotted hake?+
Spotted hake can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Maine, United States; Michigan, United States. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Spotted hake get?+
Spotted hake (Urophycis regia) can reach up to 43.0000007 cm in length and 5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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