Atlantic Mackerel
Scomber scombrus
A schooling pelagic mackerel that runs in dense schools along the Northeast coast in spring.
Seasonal Activity
Jan
Off season
Feb
Off season
Mar
Slow
Apr
Prime
May
Prime
Jun
Prime
Jul
Good
Aug
Slow
Sep
Slow
Oct
Good
Nov
Good
Dec
Slow
Best Techniques
- sabiki rigs
- jigging
- trolling small spoons
- fly fishing
Top Baits
- mackerel tree rigs
- small diamond jigs
- small Clark spoons
- small flies
- tube lures
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