Bluefish get their name from their color. They are a greenish blue with silvery sides and a white belly. Bluefish have a pointed snout and large mouth with many sharp teeth.
Habitat & Range
Bluefish live near the surface or in the water column in loose groups. They are fast swimmers and voracious predators which prey on schools of fish.
Where to Fishing
Atlantic Ocean, Delaware Bay and Inland Bays
Fishing Season
All year
Catch Limit: 3 – fishing from a private vessel or shore5 – fishing from a charter boat or headboat
Size Limit: No Size Limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
When Bluefish are in a feeding frenzy, they will strike almost any object in front of them. Bluefish are caught by trolling or casting artificial lures. Cut pieces of fish (like mullet or squid strips) while surfishing are good for catching Bluefish .
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | Fishing | Regulations | Season Dates | All year | Link |
