Fishing for Gulf menhaden
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The Gulf menhaden is a small, silvery fish found in the Gulf of Mexico. It typically measures 6-8 inches in length and weighs around 0.5 pounds. This species has a compressed body and a deeply forked tail. Gulf menhaden primarily feed on plankton and play a crucial role in the marine food web. They often form large schools. This summary is AI generated
richardpunches, Fishbrain angler since 2024
Recently caught Gulf menhaden
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Water type
Saltwater
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 Gulf menhaden.
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