Tautog Fishing
Tautoga Onitis
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1.2-28 inch
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1.1-3.3 lb
Tautog, also known as “blackfish,” are bottom-dwelling fish found along the Atlantic coast. They prefer rocky reefs and wrecks, where they feed on crustaceans and mollusks. Tautog are known for their powerful jaws and tough, strong fight when hooked. Their white, flaky flesh makes them a prized catch among anglers and a delicacy in coastal cuisine.
Lures & Baits
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jigs
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squids
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saltwater live baits
Fishing Tips
- Water type: salt
- Hook type: J-hook, Octopus hook, Bait Holder hook
- Hook size: 3/0 - 4/0
How to Catch Tautog
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still fishing
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bottom bouncing
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jigging
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surf casting
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chumming
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drift fishing
Where to Catch Tautog
Best Fishing Spots for Tautog
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Montauk Point
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Manasquan Inlet
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New York Harbor
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Nantucket Harbor
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Cape Cod Bay
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Barnegat Inlet
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Raritan Bay
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Buzzzards Bay
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Sea Girt Reef
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Island Beach State Park, United states
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Fire island inlet
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Ocean City, MD (off coast)
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Ocean city inlet
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Vineyard Sound
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Barnstable Harbor
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Ocean City Inlet
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Niantic Bay
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Ocean City Muni Airport-Oxb