Species guide
How to catch Atlantic thread herring
Opisthonema oglinum
saltwaterDorosomatidae
The Atlantic thread herring is a small, schooling fish found in shallow coastal waters. It has a streamlined body and is known for hunting small marine animals. This species is not considered a game fish but often attracts bait and lure interest due to its schooling habits.
Where they live
Found in harbors and shallow coastal areas along the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico. Usually inhabits saltwater depths between 1 to 50 meters and tends not to enter low salinity waters.
Typical size
Up to about 38 cm
What they eat
- small fishes
- siphonophores
Best baits
- small pieces of fish
- shrimp
Best lures
- small jigs
- tiny spoons
How to fish for them
- casting light lures near schools
- using small bait rigs in shallow water
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