SeaAjBest months
January–December
Where
- Sandy beaches
Best time
- Daytime
- Dusk
Conditions
- Rising tide
Usual size
18–45 cm
General guidance for the Mediterranean and the nearby Atlantic; local seasons can differ.
How to catch it
Methods
- Surfcasting
- Bottom fishing
Baits
- Shrimp
- Sea worms
- Mussel
The angler's tip
Small croaker common along sandy beaches: shrimp or worms on a light two-hook rig, cast just beyond the breakers.
Legal minimum size
We have no verified rule for your country yet. Check your local fisheries authority before keeping any fish.
About this fish
Menticirrhus americanus, the southern kingfish, southern kingcroaker, king whiting, Carolina whiting, sea mullet, roundhead, or whiting, is a species of marine fish in the family Sciaenidae. It lives in shallow coastal waters on the western fringes of the Atlantic Ocean.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to catch Menticirrhus americanus?
The best months are January–December. Best time of the day: Daytime, Dusk.
What bait or lure works for Menticirrhus americanus?
Shrimp, Sea worms, Mussel · Surfcasting, 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.