Saltwater
Whiting
Merlangius merlangus
- Peak season
- Winter (October–March)
- Length range
- 15–45 cm
- Weight range
- 0.1–2 kg
- Typical depth
- 5–100 m
Habitat
Sandy and muddy seabeds in inshore and offshore waters. Moves inshore in winter in large shoals.
Behavior
Shoaling fish that feeds on shrimp, worms, and small fish near the bottom. Easy to catch and great for beginners.
Best techniques
- Two-hook paternoster with ragworm
- Feathering from boats
- Light ledgering from shore
