sea-fishing species guide

Pouting fishing in the UK

FishMap links pouting with 5 source-backed fishing locations across 2 UK areas, alongside seasonal planning data and venue access information.

Trisopterus luscus5 mapped venuesStrongest index: July, August, June

About Pouting

Trisopterus luscus is included in FishMap’s UK sea-fishing catalogue. FishMap uses the seaAllYear seasonal pattern and the pouting Fishability profile for this species.

Also known as: Bib, Pout.

Venue listings show where the species is recorded in FishMap’s source data. They do not guarantee that it is currently present, feeding or available to target.

Best months

The strongest planning indices are July, August, June. These values represent broad seasonality rather than live catch probability.

  • Jan48
  • Feb47
  • Mar51
  • Apr57
  • May63
  • Jun69
  • Jul73
  • Aug73
  • Sep69
  • Oct62
  • Nov55
  • Dec50

Where to fish for Pouting

5 indexable FishMap venues currently record this species. Check access, licences, seasons and current venue rules before travelling.

Babbacombe PierTorquay, Devon

Established UK shore-angling mark at Babbacombe Pier. FishMap lists commonly targeted species and general methods only; catches are never guaranteed.

Public access
Deal PierDeal, Kent

Established UK shore-angling mark at Deal Pier. FishMap lists commonly targeted species and general methods only; catches are never guaranteed.

Public access
Folkestone Harbour ArmFolkestone, Kent

Established UK shore-angling mark at Folkestone Harbour Arm. FishMap lists commonly targeted species and general methods only; catches are never guaranteed.

Public access
Ilfracombe HarbourIlfracombe, Devon

Established UK shore-angling mark at Ilfracombe Harbour. FishMap lists commonly targeted species and general methods only; catches are never guaranteed.

Public access
Mount Batten BreakwaterPlymouth, Devon

Established UK shore-angling mark at Mount Batten Breakwater. FishMap lists commonly targeted species and general methods only; catches are never guaranteed.

Public access

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Seasonal guidance, not a catch forecast

Weather, water conditions, angling pressure and local rules can materially change fishing prospects. Confirm information with the operator or rights holder.