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Species guide

How to catch Scup

Stenotomus chrysops

Stylized 2D illustration of Scup
saltwatergame fishSparidae

Scup, also known as Porgy, is a popular saltwater game fish found along the Atlantic coast of North America. They have a short, deep body shape and are known for schooling behavior. Scup feed on a variety of small invertebrates and young squid.

Where they live

Found in saltwater along the Atlantic coast of North America, scup usually school inshore during summer and move offshore in winter, typically staying around shallow waters near 15 meters deep.

Typical size

Up to about 46 cm

What they eat

  • young squid
  • amphipods
  • sand dollars
  • worms

Best baits

  • clam
  • worm
  • shrimp

Best lures

  • small jigs
  • soft plastic grubs
  • metal spoons

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • drift fishing
  • light tackle jigging

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