WikiCatchWhiting
Merlangius merlangus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Lugworm
Highly effective, especially in murky water.
- Ragworm
A versatile bait for all sizes of Whiting.
- Mussel
Good for attracting larger Whiting.
- Squid
Tough and stays on the hook well.
- Peeler Crab
Excellent during crab moulting season.
Artificial Lures
- Savage Gear Sand Eel SlugSoft PlasticBuy
Effective when jigged or retrieved quickly.
- Sidewinder Skerries EelSoft PlasticBuy
Great action even with a slow retrieve.
- Mepps Aglia Long SilverSpinnerBuy
Flashy and attracts attention.
- Tronixpro Xenon JigJigBuy
Works well bounced along the bottom.
- Abu Garcia Toby SpoonSpoonBuy
Classic lure with great action.
Techniques
When fishing for Whiting, try using a running ledger rig with a long snood to allow the bait to move freely and attract the fish.
Where to Find Whiting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Whiting?+
Popular baits for Whiting include Lugworm, Ragworm, Mussel, Squid, Peeler Crab. Tip: When fishing for Whiting, try using a running ledger rig with a long snood to allow the bait to move freely and attract the fish.
Where can I catch Whiting?+
Whiting can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include England, United Kingdom; Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom; Cymru / Wales, United Kingdom. WikiCatch lists 176 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Whiting get?+
Whiting (Merlangius merlangus) can reach up to 91.50000214576721 cm in length and 3.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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