Common names: Scup, porgy, hump back

Common names: Black Sea bass, sea bass, hump back

General: A member of the sea bream family, the scup is a bottom feeder eating mainly amphipods, worms, squid, and fish fry. Scup grow to 18" and about 4lbs.

General: A popular bottom fish among anglers, sea bass are caught right along with scup. Sea bass are exclusively a flavored meat.

Water Temperature: SCUP: Range 42° F to 73° F  SEA BASS: Range 48° F to 85° F. Best for angling 57° F-65° F

Season: MIDDLEBANK II targets porgies & black sea bass from late August into November. 

CT Regulations: For length, creel limits, and open seasons of  CT's marine game fish, visit the CT DEP Fisheries Division. The captain and crew of  MIDDLEBANK II  ask all anglers to practice responsible fishing methods and stress the importance of conservation.  Although anglers aboard  MIDDLEBANK II  will be informed of the latest regulations concerning the targeted species, it is the anglers obligation to know and abide by all CT marine fisheries laws. 

Method: MIDDLEBANK II Bottom fishes, anchoring over productive reefs and wrecks, and Drifts, maximizing a baits' coverage over a piece of bottom, for porgies & sea bass. 

Bait: Clams (provided) Also: sandworms, squid 

Recommended Tackle: Rod & reels are available for rent and tackle can be purchased aboard MIDDLEBANK II however, for those wishing to bring their own, here is a list of the RIGHT STUFF. 

• 15-25lb spinning or conventional gear

• 3-way swivel connecting main line, hook, and sinker

•  #2-1/0 bait holder beak hook snelled on #30-#50 mono leader 12" in length.

• Rigs configured either in single hook, wishbone, or hi-low style

• 4oz-8oz bank/flat bank sinker

• ATLAS-FIT™ protective gloves

 

                                                                                                           

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