Cunner s range in color from mottled reddish to bluish brown on top, fading to slightly paler hues along their sides. Their small mouth is lined with several rows of uneven cone shaped teeth.
Diet: crabs, mussels, and razor clams
Habitat & Range
Cunner s can be found in small groups or schools, preferring shallow coastal waters, near artificial reefs, wrecks, rocks, jetties, piers, and bridge pilings. They feed on crabs, mussels, and razor clams.
Where to Fishing
Atlantic Ocean
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
Cunner s do not take to artificial lures well. They are pesky bait stealers, and anglers who target them use the smallest hooks possible. Blood worms, grass shrimp, green crabs, and small strips of squid are often used on bottom rigs.
