Gilthead Seabream (Sparus aurata) — sea-fishing target species in Balearics

Gilthead Seabream in Balearics

Sparus aurata

Spain — Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera

Gilthead Seabream in Balearics, Spain — Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera: peak season May-Sep. Typical marks: rocky shore, cove, harbour wall.

Season in Balearics

Peak
May-Sep
Good
Apr, Oct
Possible
Mar, Nov-Dec

Bait & technique

Recommended bait
Peeler Crab, Mussel, Ragworm
Top techniques
Float fishing, Bottom fishing / ledgering

About this coast

Typical marks
rocky shore, cove, harbour wall, reef
Tidal character
Microtidal (small tidal range)
Water character
Subtropical waters (22–27 °C summer peak)

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