The great sandeel is a slender, elongated fish found in the sandy substrates of the northeast Atlantic Ocean. It can grow up to 17 inches and weigh around 1 pound. This species is known for its burrowing behavior, often seen diving into the sand to escape predators. It forms large schools, enhancing its social and foraging activities. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
BiteGuide combines your real-time weather, water conditions, and target species to suggest lures and colors that'll work right now. Built on millions of real catches from the world's largest fishing community.



Find out what lures to use, download the Fishbrain app!



Great sandeel
North Atlantic (Northern Ireland coastal waters)
length · weight
Great sandeel
Celtic Sea (Munster coastal waters)
length · weight


Continue browsing catches and catch locations in the Fishbrain app
Scan the QR code to download the app!

Free trial available