Usual size
15–25 cm
Maximum
45 cm
Where
Rock · Sand · Harbours and breakwaters
When
Rough abundance from shore in each sea
Galicia and Cantabrian Sea
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Gulf of Cádiz
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
From autumn to spring, at night and in slightly coloured water.
Natural baits
- Ragworm
- Sardine strips
- Squid
- Mussel
How to recognise it
Coppery with faint vertical bands, a chin barbel and a dark spot at the base of the pectoral fin.
Tip
Very common over rocky ground at night: running lead and a medium hook.
Minimum size and rules by area
Galicia
Min. 15 cm
Asturias
Min. 15 cm
Cantabria
Min. 15 cm
Basque Country
No size limit
No minimum size in this zone's rules. Neighbouring regions: 15 cm; release smaller fish.
Atlantic Andalusia
No size limit
Fish are measured from the tip of the snout to the end of the tail; squid and cuttlefish by the mantle. If it is undersized, release it alive.
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