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European Sea Sturgeon

European Sea Sturgeon

Acipenser sturio

  • 1lakes
  • 25logged catches
  • 398.59 kg heaviest logged

European Sea Sturgeon (Acipenser sturio) is one of the largest and rarest fish native to European waters, capable of reaching over 4 meters in length and weighing up to 400 kg. Once widespread, it is now mostly found in select river estuaries and coastal zones of the eastern Atlantic, where it prefers clean, well-oxygenated waters with sandy or gravelly bottoms. This ancient, bottom-feeding species feeds on small fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and worms. Targeting the European Sea Sturgeon requires heavy-duty gear, strong bottom rigs, and precise bait placement in deep water. Its impressive size,

What actually catches it ranked by real logged catches

Baits

Best setups by lake 1 lakes with data

Skårland Fjord — 25 catches , best 398.59 kg

  • Large Fish Strips Golden Hook #15/0 Feeder bottom Boat
  • Black Lugworms Golden Hook #15/0 Feeder bottom Boat
  • Black Lugworms Golden Hook #18/0 Feeder bottom Boat
  • Bluey Golden Hook #18/0 Feeder bottom Boat

How to catch

How to catch a unique European Sea Sturgeon?

When it comes to float, feeder, or bottom fishing, the best way to catch European Sea Sturgeon would be to use Bluey on a size #15/0 hook.

Where to find it

Also listed as effective documented, but not seen in the catch log

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