Tony OwenFishing · Gogledd Cymru

Species

Black bream

A pretty, hard-fighting fish that rewards neat rigs and small, well-presented baits.

A black bream caught from a North Wales shingle beach

Season: Summer
Preferred habitat: Reef and rough ground
Typical bait: Squid, mackerel strip, worm
Fishing method: Small hooks, light rigs
Difficulty: Moderate
Beginner friendly: Yes
Handling: Watch the spiny dorsal fin.

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Tony's tip

"Scale the hook down. Bream have small mouths and big appetites."

Target this species with Tony

Fish are wild — nobody can guarantee a catch. Tony uses season, tides and conditions to give you the best practical chance.