Atlantic Needlefish

DE Atlantic Needlefish Fishing Guide

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The Atlantic Needlefish has a long, narrow body with a greenish back, silvery sides and a bluish stripe running the length of its body. It has long narrow mouth filled with small needle-like teeth.

Diet: small fishes and shrimps

Habitat & Range

Atlantic Needlefish are found in coastal waters, bays and estuaries in shallow waters near the shoreline. They feed on small fishes and shrimps.

Where to Fishing

Atlantic Ocean

Frequently Asked Questions

Fishing Tips

Because of the hardness of their jaws and their many teeth, Atlantic Needlefish are notoriously difficult to land. Almost any lure imitating a small fish will work as long as it is fished just under the surface.

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