Haddock

Melanogrammus aeglefinus

1lakes
18logged catches
15.87 kg heaviest logged

Haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus) is a cold-water bottom dweller from the cod family, often found over sandy or muddy seabeds at depths of 80 to 200 meters. Typically weighing up to 4 kg, large individuals can reach 15+ kg and a full meter in length. A classic catch in the Norwegian Sea, Haddock is prized for its delicate flavor and steady bite. Feeding primarily on bottom-dwelling invertebrates like sea urchins, brittlestars, bivalves, worms, and, occassionaly on small fish, it responds well to both natural bait and mid-size jigs. Easy to target with bottom rigs and simple gear, haddock is an ideal species for beginners and a reliable favorite for seasoned anglers.

What actually catches it ranked by real logged catches

Baits

Lures

Nordic Pilker 400 g, #7/0 2

Sonar Fish Pilker 200 g, #4/0 1

Best setups by lake 1 lakes with data

Skårland Fjord — 18 catches , best 15.87 kg

Giant Tiger Prawn Golden Hook #10/0 Feeder bottom Boat 2×
Nordic Pilker 400 g, #7/0 Spinning Boat 2×
Black Lugworms Golden Hook #12/0 Feeder bottom Boat 2×
Atlantic Herring Golden Hook #7/0 Feeder bottom Boat 1×

How to catch

How to catch a unique Haddock? You can catch this fish either with bait or lures.

If you prefer to use natural baits, then the best way to catch Haddock would be to use Giant Tiger Prawn on a size #10/0 hook.

If you are more into artificial lures, you should go for some Glowing Squids. The most successful lure is Green/Pink Double Hook Pilker 150 g, #7/0.