Atlantic Horse Mackerel

Atlantic Horse Mackerel

Trachurus trachurus

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Atlantic Horse Mackerel in Fishing Planet. Find it in Skårland Fjord. Bait options include Finger Mullets, Lesser Sand Eel, Sea Worms.

How to catch Atlantic Horse Mackerel

Baits

Lures

Anniversary Barbless Nano Spinner 5 g, #1/0

Anniversary Craw 11 cm

Anniversary Mini Crank 2 m, 8 g #1/0

Anniversary Shad 11 cm

Anniversary Slop Spoon 14 g, #1/0

Barbless Nano Spinner 2 g, #2

Barbless Nano Spinner 4 g, #1

Barbless Nano Spinner 6 g, #1/0

Barbless Nano Spoon 2 g, #2

Barbless Nano Spoon 4 g, #1

Barbless Nano Spoon 6 g, #1/0

Bionic Slug 12 cm

Where to fish

Skårland Fjord map
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Size by waterway

WaterwayFish classMaximum weight
Skårland FjordCommon, Trophy, Unique

Fishing guide

Atlantic Horse Mackerel (Trachurus trachurus) is a fast schooling fish commonly found near reefs and underwater structures along the Norwegian coast. Most individuals reach around 35 cm in length and weigh about 400 g, though some can grow up to 60 cm and 2 kg. It typically inhabits sandy bottoms at depths of 100–200 meters but may also appear closer to the surface. Feeding on small fish, shrimp, zooplankton, and worms, Atlantic Horse Mackerel responds well to light spinning, and fast-moving lures. Its quick strikes and lively resistance make it a fun and accessible catch.

If you prefer to use natural baits, then the best way to catch Atlantic Horse Mackerel would be to use Sea Worms on a size #2/0 hook.

If you are more into artificial lures, you should go for some Worms.

The most successful lure is Dim Green / Glow Green Worm 5 cm.

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