Bluefish
Pomatomus saltatrix
Bluefish are aggressive predators found in New York's coastal waters year-round.
Fishing Regulations
All year - All year
No minimum
3 per day
Open water, surf zones, and around structure. Highly migratory. Found in schools chasing baitfish. Depth surface to 60 feet. Aggressive predator.
Spring (May) arrive in NY waters. Summer feeding heavily along coast. Fall (September-October) peak fishing. Winter migrate south. Best fishing summer and fall.
Blue-green back, silver sides. Deeply forked tail. Large mouth with sharp teeth. Prominent lateral line. Aggressive behavior. Size 3-10 pounds common, up to 20 pounds.
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Important: Fishing regulations are subject to change. Always verify current regulations with the official NY DEC website before fishing.