Anarhichas lupus
Season calendar
- Season
- March–July
- Water temperature
- 1–9 °C
- Spawning
- September–October
- Behaviour
- Ambushes from structure
Techniques
- Bottom rig
Where and When
- Spring to autumn at 20-120 m over boulder and bedrock bottom.
- Spawning is in winter, when it feeds less.
Method
- A static bottom rig; the best baits are mussel, crab and squid.
- The bait must sit right on the bottom; the fish crushes before swallowing, so do not strike early.
- Use a 0.50 mm plus leader and a strong hook, as the jaws cut line.
Warning
Never put a hand near the mouth, the bite causes serious wounds. Remove the hook with pliers.
Frequently asked
- When is the best time to catch atlantic wolffish?
- The productive window for atlantic wolffish runs March–July. September–October is the spawning period; releasing your catch during these months is strongly advised.
- What water temperature does atlantic wolffish feed in?
- Atlantic wolffish is most active between 1 and 9 °C. Outside that band its feeding rate drops off.
- How do you fish for atlantic wolffish?
- Common methods: Bottom rig.