Fishing for Sheepshead
Archosargus probatocephalus
30K logged catches • 244K followers
Sheepshead have impressive teeth, well defined incisors, molars, and grinders in the back which allow them to crush and grind the various shellfish they find. An effective method of attracting sheepshead is to scrape barnacles off of pilings and rocks to chum the water.
LuanaPigatto, Fishbrain Pro angler since 2016
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Water type
Saltwater / Mixed
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 Sheepshead.
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