SeaAjBest months
January–December
Where
- Harbours & piers
- Rocks
- Estuaries
Best time
- Daytime
Conditions
- Calm sea
Usual size
20–50 cm
General guidance for the Mediterranean and the nearby Atlantic; local seasons can differ.
How to catch it
Methods
- Float
- Bottom fishing
Baits
- Crab
- Mussel
- Shrimp
The angler's tip
Sheepshead of bays, estuaries, jetties and rocky shores that crushes mollusks and crustaceans: crab, mussel or shrimp fished tight against pilings and rocks on a short leader.
Legal minimum size
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About this fish
Archosargus probatocephalus, the sheepshead, sheepshead seabream or convict fish, is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sparidae, the seabreams and porgies. This species is found in the Western Atlantic Ocean. The sheepshead is an important species to recreational and commercial fisheries.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to catch Sheepshead?
The best months are January–December. Best time of the day: Daytime.
What bait or lure works for Sheepshead?
Crab, Mussel, Shrimp · Float, Bottom fishing.
Related species
These are estimates, not guarantees. Always look at the sea yourself before going out, do not go alone and wear a life jacket.