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Striped bass
Morone saxatilis
Photo: D Ross Robertson · Public domain
The Striped bass (Morone saxatilis) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents mixed bottoms and is found between 0 and 20 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is it moves in schools, which shapes how to approach it.
It's a demanding fish: it needs stealth and experience. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: it moves in schools.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| New England and Mid-Atlantic | 28" (71 cm) |
Where to catch it
Other names
Lubina rayada (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Striped bass?
It depends on the area. For example, New England and Mid-Atlantic: 28" (71 cm). See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Striped bass found?
Usually between 0 and 20 m, mostly over mixed bottoms.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “hard”. It is also it moves in schools. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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