Fishing for Atlantic croaker

Micropogonias undulatus

The Atlantic croaker is a small, bottom-dwelling fish found in coastal waters of the western Atlantic Ocean. It typically measures 12-20 inches and weighs 1-3 pounds. Recognizable by its silvery body with faint vertical stripes, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Known for its distinctive croaking sound, it often forms schools in estuarine habitats. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Atlantic croaker

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Atlantic croaker

Gulf State Park Pier

13 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Atlantic croaker

Little Pottsburg Creek

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Atlantic croaker

North Fork Saint Lucie River

9 in · 1 lb

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Choctawhatchee Bay

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Atlantic croaker

US 331 Fishing Pier - South

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US 331 Fishing Pier - South

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Atlantic croaker

US 331 Fishing Pier - South

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US 331 Fishing Pier - South

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US 331 Fishing Pier - South

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Atlantic croaker

Reddie Point Preserve

6 in · 2 oz

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