Species guide
How to catch Atlantic bonito
Sarda
brackishsaltwatergame fishScombridae
Atlantic bonito are fast, powerful predators found in Atlantic and Mediterranean waters. They grow up to about 91 cm and are popular among anglers for their spirited fight. These schooling fish primarily hunt smaller fish and sometimes engage in cannibalism.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater environments of the Atlantic and Mediterranean, Atlantic bonito inhabit waters from around 80 to 200 meters deep. They frequent areas where small schooling fish are abundant.
Typical size
Up to about 91 cm
What they eat
- small schooling fish
- squid
- juvenile fish
- macrofauna
Best baits
- small fish baits
- squid strips
- chopped baitfish
Best lures
- small spoons
- pencil poppers
- jigs
- metal lures
How to fish for them
- trolling
- casting near schools
- drift fishing
- chumming
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