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The conger eel is a voracious carnivore that feeds on fish, crustaceans and cephalopods. It is reputed to be powerful, fast and a scavenger.
The best spots for shore fishing for conger eel
The best spots for conger eel fishing are generally areas with rocky structures and riprap, such as breakwaters, wrecks, rocky coves, rock-lined beaches, or rocky drop-offs after rollers. These places offer plenty of hiding places for conger eels, including rock crevices, pier pillars and harbor areas. Beachside fishing near seawalls or scattered rocks is very popular, as it avoids snags while targeting the conger eel's preferred habitats.
Wrecks and riprap suitable for conger eel fishing are found mainly in the following areas:
Beaches near rocky coves, rocky dikes or beaches bordered by scattered rocks should be prospected for conger eels. These mixed sand/rock areas offer excellent hiding places for conger eels, which mainly come out at night to hunt.
Dykes, quays and riprap, especially near harbors, are places where conger eels hide during the day.
Conger eels are more active and feed mainly at night, emerging from their hiding places under rocks or in the mud, making night fishing or fishing in periods of low light an optimal time. It is therefore advisable to prospect these rocky areas and riprap at night to maximize catch chances. What's more, winter fishing is reputed to give access to the biggest specimens.
The best spots for conger eel fishing by boat
Underwater wrecks, particularly those lying on clean seabeds at depths of between 30 and 60 meters. Scrap metal wrecks often turn up many pieces and debris that are ideal for congers. Fishing on wrecks is very effective, especially at night when they move among the debris.
Offshore, conger eels can also be found in areas with strong rock structures or on steep slopes (drop-offs).
The use of a depth sounder or GPS plotter makes it much easier to locate these wrecks and riprap, enabling precise positioning of the boat and therefore efficient fishing.
