Species guide
How to catch Gulf hake
Urophycis cirrata
saltwatergame fishPhycidae
The Gulf hake is a medium-sized saltwater fish known for its elongated, fusiform body shape. It inhabits the western Atlantic, including the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean waters. This species is sought by anglers for its good fight and tasty flesh.
Where they live
Found in saltwater from shallow depths around 27 meters down to deep waters near 684 meters, primarily in the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and along Atlantic coasts of North America.
Typical size
Up to about 66 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- cephalopods
Best baits
- shrimp
- cut bait
- small fish pieces
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic baits
- sinking spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- drift fishing
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