Atlantic Herring
Clupea harengus
FR Hareng atlantique · ES Arenque atlántico · PT Arenque-atlântico · IT Aringa · DE Atlantischer Hering
Also known as: HerringSilver DarlingsArenque atlánticoHareng atlantiqueAtlantischer HeringAringaArenque-atlântico
PelagicShoreBoat
Baitfish
Score
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Prime time
𐄳 (Bait fish) Dusk/night; winter–spring runs in many areas.
Depth
0–100m
Platform
Shore & boat
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak Jan–DecGood Apr–Oct
Depth range
0–100mDeep
Best fishing techniques
Trolling60%
Sabiki under lights60%
Findr bio
When the lights go down in winter and spring, I shine. Really into fine nets and small sabikis...
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
Deep waterOpen seaPier harbor
Recommended baits
Feather rigsPrawns
Diet
CopepodsKrillAmphipodsShrimpLarval fish
Effective techniques
Sabiki / Bait CatchingSpinning
Gear
Best times
DawnDuskNight
Sparked wars, wealth, and entire coastal cultures.
Field notes
Where to find them
North Sea, Baltic, Atlantic
Where they hang out
Mid‑water shoals 5–80 m; piers to offshore banks. (shore accessible range)
Prime time
𐄳 (Bait fish) Dusk/night; winter–spring runs in many areas.
Tide game
Low–moderate; currents concentrate schools.
What they're into
Sabiki/small spoons; plankton/small fish.
Temperature vibe
Cool‑water; seasonal coastal runs.
Fave weather
Calm or slight chop best; heavy swell pushes deeper.
Fun fact about me
Sparked wars, wealth, and entire coastal cultures.
Dinner material?
10/10Excellent eating
Play by the rules
Closed seasons/areas common—verify before fishing. Primarily a bait species; check local rules on gathering/using live/fresh bait.Baltic/North Sea national agencies.
Looking after them
Least Concern