American Eel Fishing in Connecticut
When american eel are caught across Connecticut, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
American Eel catch through the year
Recreational catch in Connecticut by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
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Catching american eel in Connecticut
American Eel catches in Connecticut run hardest around May-Jun, with the strongest two-month windows in May-Jun and Jul-Aug. Anglers keep about 0% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the Connecticut fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch american eel in Connecticut?+
Catches peak around May-Jun (May and June). The strongest two-month windows are May-Jun and Jul-Aug. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release american eel in Connecticut?+
Across Connecticut, about 0% of the american eel caught are kept and 100% are released. That works out to roughly 0 kept and 16K released in 2024.
How many american eel are caught in Connecticut?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 16K american eel caught by recreational anglers in Connecticut in 2024, making it the #15 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this american eel data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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