The seabass are other of the fish of the preferred by sport fishermen. It is a fairly common specimen for fishing in Tenerife and is one of the fixed specimens for fishing almost all year round.
Something that is very controversial with respect to this species is the vision of an invasive species that kills others, affecting the ecosystems of the area. Although this is not without reason, it is well known that sea bass also serves as food for other larger fish as anjovas or bicudas.
Given this reason, it can be seen that nature itself has found its balance, so deciding whether or not to return it when it has been fished corresponds to one's own decision (if sport fishing) or to take the piece to taste it in one of the well-known and exquisite dishes that can be prepared with it, such as en papillote.
Generalities of the sea bass
- Another of its names assigned in some areas is bass.
- Its habitat area is centered on the rocky areas of sandy bottoms. It is also possible to find them at the mouths of rivers.
- Its most active time is the summer months.
- We usually find them in groups when they are younger. They come to adopt more solitary lives in adulthood.
- It is perfect for raising in fish farms.
- The fishing area for this species is in surface waters.
Best bass fishing areas in Tenerife
Let's review some of the best areas to explore fishing of this long-awaited species:
Los Gigantes
Turns out a idyllic and wild area to visit and cast the rod in search of sea bass. It has waves and moderate wind, where the cliffs emerge as witnesses of the best peaks in the area.
Lomas recommended is boat fishing. A perfect technique to use is rockfishing, therefore, the recommended equipment will be precisely for this method.
Antequera Beach
Other excellent space for fun and diverse fishing. Sea bass are very present in these waters with strong waves that bathe its dark sands. As it is very crowded by bathers, you have to respect their schedule, but once free or moving away from them you can do a very good fishing session, with long casts from the beach or perhaps daring to fish from a boat.
Los Roques Beach in Fasnia
Let's finish with this excellent space to cast the rod, an area with a culture of recreational and artisanal fishing. There are many rocky areas to explore, be very careful if you go on foot. ideal is do the sessions from the boat and visiting spaces that are far from the beaches themselves.
Its waters are quite calm, compared to others, although it has many shore areas with the presence of many stones, you will surely be able to make good casts in search of that excellent piece of sea bass.
