Cape Cod Fish Species

Common Questions:

What are the best fish species to target in Cape Cod waters?

Cape Cod offers a diverse range of fish species to target, including Striped Bass, Bluefish, Bluefin Tuna, Black Sea Bass, Flounder, and Cod.

When is the best time of year to fish for Striped Bass in Cape Cod?

The best time to target Striped Bass in Cape Cod is from May to October, with peak fishing typically occurring in the late spring and early fall.

What are the regulations for fishing Striped Bass in Cape Cod?

Fishing regulations for Striped Bass in Cape Cod can vary, so it's important to check the most recent regulations set by the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries.

Where are the best spots to fish for Bluefish in Cape Cod?

Some of the best spots to fish for Bluefish in Cape Cod include Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket Sound, and Monomoy Island.

What is the best bait to use when fishing for Bluefin Tuna in Cape Cod?

Bluefin Tuna in Cape Cod are known to be attracted to live bait such as mackerel, squid, and herring, as well as artificial lures.

What are the regulations for catching Bluefin Tuna in Cape Cod?

Regulations for catching Bluefin Tuna in Cape Cod can vary depending on the season and the size of the fish, so it's important to check the most recent regulations set by the National Marine Fisheries Service.

Where are the best places to fish for Black Sea Bass in Cape Cod?

Some of the best places to fish for Black Sea Bass in Cape Cod include Buzzards Bay, Vineyard Sound, and Nantucket Sound.

What kind of fish are in Cape Cod Bay?

Cape Cod Bay is most known for Bluefin Tuna, Bluefish, Flounder, and Atlantic Mackerel. You will also have the opportunity to see many mammals like Seals, dolphins, sharks and whales.

What fish is Cape Cod known for?

The Cape is well known for many fish species, especially sportfish like Striped bass, bluefish, and bluefin tuna, all of which you can have a shot at with Captain Ross. Some lesser known fish species that we love are Cod, Tautog, Black Sea Bass and Little Tunny. You'll be hooked too, we promise!

What kind of shark is in Cape Cod?

Fun Fact: Cape Cod is a favorited hunting ground for the famous Great White Shark during the summer months! The abundance of Seals and fish species ensures theses hungry predators are well fed before they migrate south for the winter. Its not common to spot one on our offshore charters, but when we do, we make sure you have picture evidence of that memory-making experience of a lifetime!

Cape Cod Charter Guys Fishing Charter targets the top Cape Cod Fish species including Striped Bass (Also Called Striper, Rockfish), Bluefish, Black Sea Bass (Also Called Sea Bass, Black Bass), Albacore Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Tautog (Also Called Blackfish, Black Porgy), Atlantic Bonito (Also Called Common Bonito), False Albacore (Also Called Little Tunny, Albie, Little Tuna, Bonita), and Scup (Also Called Porgy). We primarily Fish the Cape Cod Bay, Buzzards Bay, Nantucket Sound, Vineyard Sound, Provincetown area, Woods Hole and the Atlantic Ocean.