European plaice
Pleuronectes platessa
How to catch it
METHODS
Surfcasting Bottom fishing Ledgering
NATURAL BAITS
Ragworm Lugworm Peeler crab Mussel Squid Mackerel strip
BEST TIMES
Morning Afternoon Dusk
Plaice are mostly caught from March to September on open surf beaches and sandy patches next to rock, especially near mussel beds; they avoid very shallow water, so baits need at least a few metres of depth. Ragworm and lugworm take most fish; tipping with crab or mussel helps, but keep baits small for the small mouth. Plain rolling leads to find gullies, long-shank Aberdeen hooks and beads or sequins on the snoods are worth trying. In daylight a long squid strip or shiny mackerel belly adds visual pull.
Source: British Sea Fishing · FishBase
Regulations
No verified regulation record has been entered for this species yet. Check the current official rules for your area before fishing.
Regulation information is not legal advice. Rules vary by country, region and season; every record shows its source and last verification date. Always check the current official regulations yourself.