Atlantic Bonito (Sarda sarda) — sea-fishing target species in Basque Coast

Atlantic Bonito in Basque Coast

Sarda sarda

Spain & France — Bay of Biscay

Atlantic Bonito in Basque Coast, Spain & France — Bay of Biscay: peak season Jul-Aug. Typical marks: rocky shore, surf beach, harbour wall.

Season in Basque Coast

Peak
Jul-Aug
Good
Jun, Sep
Possible
May, Oct

Bait & technique

Recommended bait
Metal / Casting Jig, Stickbait / Topwater
Top techniques
Spinning, Trolling

About this coast

Typical marks
rocky shore, surf beach, harbour wall, tidal race
Tidal character
Macrotidal (large tidal range)
Water character
Warm-temperate waters (17–22 °C summer peak)

Other regions for Atlantic Bonito

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