Atlantic Silverside Fishing in New York
When atlantic silverside are caught across New York, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Atlantic Silverside catch through the year
Recreational catch in New York by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
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Catching atlantic silverside in New York
Atlantic Silverside catches in New York run hardest around Nov-Dec, with the strongest two-month windows in Nov-Dec and Sep-Oct. Anglers keep about 80% 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 New York 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 atlantic silverside in New York?+
Catches peak around Nov-Dec (November and December). The strongest two-month windows are Nov-Dec and Sep-Oct. 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 atlantic silverside in New York?+
Across New York, about 80% of the atlantic silverside caught are kept and 20% are released. That works out to roughly 392K kept and 97K released in 2024.
How many atlantic silverside are caught in New York?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 488K atlantic silverside caught by recreational anglers in New York in 2024, making it the #13 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this atlantic silverside data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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