Scup - NOAA Fisheries
Sep 6, 2024 · The scup fishery in the U.S. operates from Maine to Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. Scup undergo an extensive migration between coastal waters in the summer and offshore waters (outer continental shelf) in winter. Learn more about scup fish.
Scup Fish (Porgy) — How to Catch the Stenotomus chrysops
Feb 8, 2023 · Also known as porgy, scup is known for its fine flavor and the intense way it goes for the bait. A lean and tall fish, it is silvery in color and has light blue specks as well as horizontal stripes. They occur primarily in the Atlantic from Massachusetts to South Carolina.
Scup - species - Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission
Scup (Stenotomus chrysops) are a migratory, schooling species found on the continental shelf of the Northwest Atlantic, commonly inhabiting waters from Cape Cod, Massachusetts to Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. The abundance of scup in a specific area is frequently influenced by water temperature.
Scup - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
The scup (Stenotomus chrysops) is a fish that occurs primarily in the Atlantic from Massachusetts to South Carolina. Along with many other fish of the family Sparidae, it is also commonly known as porgy. Scup grow as large as 18 in (460 mm) and weigh 3–4 lb (1.4–1.8 kg), but they average 0.5–1.0 lb (0.23–0.45 kg).
Inshore Species Profile: Scup - The Fisherman
May 16, 2022 · An in-depth look at a popular Northeast species—scup. Scup or porgies to some, (stenotomus chrysops to scientists), these small to medium panfish average between 9 and 12 inches in length but the largest ones can exceed 20 inches.
Learn about: Scup - Mass.gov
Scup are a silvery fish with light blue specks and several horizontal stripes. Their bellies are white and they have darker patches on the head. Scup are lean and tall fish, with a small mouth, high set eyes, and one long spiny dorsal fin.
Scup (Porgy) Fact Sheet - Virginia Seafood
Fact Sheet: Scup (Porgy) Appearance. Scientific Name. Stenotomus chrysops. Market Forms. Whole, dressed, fresh, frozen. Size. Averages less than 10 inches in length and a pound in weight. Taste/Texture. Light meat with a delicate, sweet flavor. Seasonality. January to May. Nutritional Value. 100 Calories (100 grams, 3.5 oz.) 18.9% Protein 2.7% Fat.
Scup Fishing Guide | How to Catch a Scup - Norrik
Tips, techniques and tactics for catching trophy winning Scup. Learn where to find Scup, and the best lures, baits and fishing tackle to catch them.
Scup spawn once per year from May through August and peaking in June. The largest fish arrive to the spawning grounds first, followed by progressively smaller fish.
Scup Fish Facts - AtlanticPanic
The scup, Stenotomus chrysops, is a fish which occurs primarily in the Atlantic from Massachusetts to South Carolina. Along with many other fish of the family Sparidae, it is also commonly known as porgy.