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Whiting

Merlangius merlangus

Family
Gadidae
Max Length
92 cm
Max Weight
3.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
176

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 Plastic

    Effective when jigged or retrieved quickly.

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  • Sidewinder Skerries EelSoft Plastic

    Great action even with a slow retrieve.

    Buy
  • Mepps Aglia Long SilverSpinner

    Flashy and attracts attention.

    Buy
  • Tronixpro Xenon JigJig

    Works well bounced along the bottom.

    Buy
  • Abu Garcia Toby SpoonSpoon

    Classic lure with great action.

    Buy

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.

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Where to Find Whiting

England, United Kingdom61 spotsAlba / Scotland, United Kingdom20 spotsCymru / Wales, United Kingdom15 spotsNova Scotia, Canada2 spotsNorthern Ireland / Tuaisceart Éireann, United Kingdom2 spotsQuébec, Canada1 spotsFlorida, United States1 spotsMaine, United States1 spotsMichigan, United States1 spotsOntario, Canada1 spots
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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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