Fishing for Finescale menhaden
Brevoortia gunteri
142 logged catches • 333 followers
The finescale menhaden is a small, schooling fish found in the Gulf of Mexico. It typically measures 6-8 inches and weighs around 0.5 pounds. Characterized by its compressed body and fine scales, it feeds on plankton through filter feeding. Preferring coastal waters, it plays a crucial role in the marine food web as prey for larger predators. This summary is AI generated
SaltyDawg757, Fishbrain angler since 2023
Recently caught Finescale menhaden
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Water type
Saltwater / Mixed
Common depth
? - 164 ft
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Harmless
Source: Fishbase
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According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Finescale menhaden.
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