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Fishing in Ireland
5 species across 5 spots
Ireland offers fishing across 5 spots with 5 species in marine, freshwater, brackish, deep waters, typically 200-1000m depth waters. Suitable for beginner to intermediate anglers.
Best months: June to october, March-may, September-november, June to september
Top Spots
West coast of Ireland, Ireland1 species
Ireland's west coast is known for its Pollack fishing, particularly around reefs and rocky shores.
River Shannon1 species
One of Ireland's most iconic rivers, offering excellent Northern Pike fishing.
Galway Bay1 species
Known for its abundant Anglerfish population, Galway Bay offers a great fishing experience with a mix of rocky and soft bottoms.
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Species
5
Spots
Species
5
Saithe
Pollachius virens
marine
West coast of Ireland, Ireland
Northern pike
Esox lucius
freshwater, brackish
River Shannon
Anglerfish (Lophiidae)
Lophiidae family
Deep waters, typically 200-1000m depth
Galway Bay
Porbeagle
Lamna nasus
marine
South Coast
Angelshark
Squatina squatina
marine, brackish
Galway Bay, Ireland