Other names: Weakfish, Squeteague, Bastard trout, Chickwick, Squit
The gray weakfish, is a marine fish found along the Atlantic coast of North America. It is recognized by its greenish-grey body with silvery sides. This species is sought after for both commercial and recreational fishing due to its delicate flesh and game qualities.
Other names
Weakfish, Squeteague, Bastard trout, Chickwick, Squit
Length
~40" (max 100)
Weight
~4" (max 9)
Water
Salt
Water Temp
10-18° F
Depth
1-26 ft
Blood worms
Diamond Jig
Peeler crabs
Sand worms
Squid
Squid stripsAlways open
1
13"
Total Length
Inhabits shallow coastal waters, favoring sandy or muddy bottoms.
Often found in estuaries and near shorelines.
Feeds primarily on crustaceans, small fish, and marine worms.
Juveniles can tolerate a range of salinities, allowing them to thrive in estuarine environments.
Spawning occurs in estuarine waters during spring and summer.
Females lay numerous eggs that hatch into planktonic larvae.
Juveniles move to estuaries for feeding and growth before migrating to deeper waters.
Adults return to coastal and estuarine areas for spawning, completing an annual migration cycle
