Weakfish
Cynoscion regalis
FR Acoupa royal · ES Corvina gris
Also known as: SqueteagueCorvina grisAcoupa royal
Surf/EstuaryShoreBoat
Gamefish
Score
—
Prime time
Low light; dawn/dusk and night around lights
Depth
0–20m
Platform
Shore & boat
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak Jun–AugGood May–Sep
Depth range
0–20mMedium
Best fishing techniques
Spinning75%
Bottom Fishing / Ledgering65%
Preferred seabed
SandMud
Findr bio
I run the inshore waters and estuaries chasing bait schools — light drag and a soft hookset are the only way to keep me pinned.
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
EstuarySandy beachShallow water
Recommended baits
SquidSoft plasticsPrawns
Diet
AnchovySmall fishShrimpCrabZooplankton
Effective techniques
SpinningBottom Fishing
Gear
Best times
DawnDuskNight
My mouth tissue tears so easily it gave me my name — plenty of anglers have felt the hook pull free at the worst moment.
Field notes
Where to find them
US mid-Atlantic estuaries, marshes, surf
Where they hang out
Estuary and surf, shallow to moderate depth
Prime time
Low light; dawn/dusk and night around lights
Tide game
High; feeds hardest on moving tide near channels
What they're into
Shrimp, soft plastics, small baitfish
Temperature vibe
Prefers warm temperate estuary water
Fave weather
Overcast, moving water improves the bite
Fun fact about me
Delicate mouth, big attitude — light tackle only if you want to keep me pinned.
Dinner material?
6/10Edible, nothing special
Play by the rules
Bag/size limits common — check state rulesState fisheries agency / ASMFC (US Atlantic)
Looking after them
Near Threatened
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