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Three-bearded rockling

Gaidropsarus vulgaris

Family
Lotidae
Max Length
60 cm
Max Weight
3 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
21

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Ragworm

    Excellent all-round bait, highly attractive.

  • Lugworm

    Tough and smelly, good for longer casts.

  • Mussels

    Crushed or whole, attracts many species.

  • Peeler Crab

    Especially effective during moulting season.

  • Shrimp

    Fresh or frozen, a natural food source.

Artificial Lures

  • Savage Gear Sand Eel SlugSoft Plastic

    Fished on a jighead or Carolina rig.

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  • Mepps Aglia Longue #1Spinner

    Silver blade is very effective.

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  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented, attracts fish from a distance.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7Crankbait

    Great for twitching near rocks.

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  • Jig Para Micro JigJig

    Small, mimics prey. Great for bottom bouncing.

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Techniques

Fish close to the seabed near rocky areas and kelp forests, using slow retrieves.

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Where to Find Three-bearded rockling

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Three-bearded rockling?+

Popular baits for Three-bearded rockling include Ragworm, Lugworm, Mussels, Peeler Crab, Shrimp. Tip: Fish close to the seabed near rocky areas and kelp forests, using slow retrieves.

Where can I catch Three-bearded rockling?+

Three-bearded rockling can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom; Northern Ireland / Tuaisceart Éireann, United Kingdom; England, United Kingdom. WikiCatch lists 21 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Three-bearded rockling get?+

Three-bearded rockling (Gaidropsarus vulgaris) can reach up to 60.0000024 cm in length and 3 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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