Sea Bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) — sea-fishing target species in West Cork

Sea Bass in West Cork

Dicentrarchus labrax

Ireland

Sea Bass in West Cork, Ireland: peak season Jun-Sep. Typical marks: rocky shore, kelp edge, tidal race.

Season in West Cork

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

Bait & technique

Recommended bait
Lugworm, Ragworm, Prawn / Shrimp
Top techniques
Float fishing

About this coast

Typical marks
rocky shore, kelp edge, tidal race, offshore wreck
Tidal character
Macrotidal (large tidal range)
Water character
Cool-temperate waters (< 17 °C summer peak)

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