Fishing For

Atlantic Spanish mackerel

4.0

(77)

1K Catches

Discover everything you need to know about catching Atlantic Spanish mackerel. Explore the top fishing spots, see the most effective baits used by our community of anglers, and check out the latest catches in real-time. Whether you're planning your next fishing trip or looking to improve your technique, FishAngler has all the insights you need to land your next big catch.

Average Length

Maximum Length

3.0 ft

Maximum Weight

13.0 lbs

Depth Range

32.8 - 114.8 ft

Temperature Range

67.3 - 85.6 ºF

Top Fishing Spots To Catch Atlantic Spanish mackerel

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(67)

Tampa Bay

Hillsborough County, Florida

60 Catches

4.0

(18)

Gulf of America (Caladesi Island-Crystal Bay)

28.504545, -82.862401

33 Catches

4.0

(64)

Gulf of America (Tampa-Boca Grande)

Manatee County, Florida

30 Catches

4.0

(20)

North Atlantic Ocean (Wilmington)

34.286750, -77.610837

30 Catches

4.0

(92)

North Atlantic Ocean (US/FL)

Broward County, Florida

29 Catches

4.0

(46)

Gulf of America (Panama City)

Gulf of America (SW Channel-Chambers Island)

Pasco County, Florida

28 Catches

4.0

(11)

Gulf of America(Pensacola)

Escambia County, Florida

27 Catches

Top Baits For Catching Atlantic Spanish mackerel

Natural Baits by Live Bait Salt Water Shrimp

4.0

(336)

50 Catches

Lures by Hopkins Lures Hopkins No=Eql Plain Lure 4H

5.0

(1)

20 Catches

Lures by Generic Lures Hard Baits Spoon

4.0

(16)

19 Catches

Natural Baits by Live Bait Salt Water Black Striped Mullet

4.0

(103)

15 Catches

Natural Baits by Dead Bait Salt Water Shrimp

4.0

(226)

15 Catches

Lures by Sea Striker 500 Series Gotcha Plug 30022440

5.0

(8)

13 Catches

Natural Baits by Live Bait Salt Water Scaled Sardine (Greenie)

4.0

(27)

12 Catches

Natural Baits by Live Bait Salt Water Pilchard

4.0

(69)

10 Catches

Recently Caught Atlantic Spanish mackerel

mikah Hoaglund

4 days ago

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Brevard County, Florida

Species Atlantic Spanish mackerel

Weight 7 lb

Gear 2

7 likes

Ant Fishin

6 days ago

•

Pinellas County, Florida

Species Atlantic Spanish mackerel

9 likes

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Sammy Seijas

1 week ago

•

Aransas County, Texas

Caught several…but no big fish.

Species Atlantic Spanish mackerel

13 likes

SpeckRedSlayer H$K

2 weeks ago

•

Pender County, North Carolina

A few fish from yesterday session. Today the fish weren't bitting well, had to work hard to catch these. Have a great weekend everyone. 🎣Tight Lines🎣 🚨Cya Dudes🚨

Species Atlantic Spanish mackerel

Gear 12

56 likes • 6 comments

SpeckRedSlayer H$K

3 weeks ago

•

Pender County, North Carolina

This afternoon bite was very difficult with the wind blowing and the current was cooking. Fishing improved slightly when the tide was coming in. I'm always thankful to catch any fish. I caught some real nice Spanish, Blues and small Speckled Trout.

Species Atlantic Spanish mackerel

Gear 12

54 likes • 15 comments

Devin Forrest

3 weeks ago

•

Okaloosa County, Florida

Species Atlantic Spanish mackerel

9 likes • 2 comments

SpeckRedSlayer H$K

3 weeks ago

•

Pender County, North Carolina

Happy Saturday. Yesterday afternoon was fun, had a blast Smacking the Mack's. Have a great weekend everyone. 🎣Tight Lines🎣

Species Atlantic Spanish mackerel

Gear 9

51 likes • 11 comments

Evelyn Mata

4 weeks ago

•

Broward County, Florida

Species Atlantic Spanish mackerel

12 likes

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