Black Sea Bass (Centropristis striata) — sea-fishing target species in Mid-Atlantic Bight

Black Sea Bass in Mid-Atlantic Bight

Centropristis striata

USA — NJ, DE, MD, VA

Black Sea Bass in Mid-Atlantic Bight, USA — NJ, DE, MD, VA: peak season Jun-Sep. Typical marks: surf beach, inlet, offshore wreck.

Season in Mid-Atlantic Bight

Peak
Jun-Sep
Good
May, Oct
Possible
Apr, Nov

Bait & technique

Recommended bait
Squid/Cuttle Strip, Mackerel Strip, Sandeel (whole/strip)
Top techniques
Bottom Fishing / Ledgering, Jigging

About this coast

Typical marks
surf beach, inlet, offshore wreck, pier
Tidal character
Mesotidal (moderate tidal range)
Water character
Warm-temperate waters (17–22 °C summer peak)

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