All about sandeels and needlefish

[captnemo]

I agree Charlie it changes from year to year. This year it appears they are late to show up. I find that they don't like dirty water. The slate of bi-monthly storm systems we have had this spring could have kept them offshore.

[BassBuddah]

I find that they don't like dirty water.

I have found the same thing too. When you have a stable pattern with northwest winds, after a noreaster, is when they seem to come closer inshore. Of course bass don't like real dirty water as well so it makes sense you find this species of predator and prey together.

[lostatsea]

^^^ Good point when the noreasters are raging its not exactly a good environment for them. What do they feed on does anyone know? algae?

[fishinmission78]

Was thinking about the sandeels and the fall. Has anyone run into them yet in NJ. Tuna or offshore guys?