Chesapeake Bay Fish Species

Common Chesapeake Bay Fish Species Questions


What fish are local to the Chesapeake Bay?

The Chesapeake Bay is teeming with a wide variety of fish, including Striped Bass, Bluefish, Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, Weakfish, and more. Maryanne Fishing Charters, led by Captain Gary Bramble, provides the perfect opportunity to target and catch these local species in the bountiful waters of the Chesapeake Bay.


Is Chesapeake Bay saltwater?

Yes, Chesapeake Bay is a brackish estuary, which means it contains a mix of both saltwater and freshwater. This unique combination of water types in the bay contributes to its rich and diverse marine life, making it an excellent destination for fishing adventures with Maryanne Fishing Charters led by Captain Gary Bramble.


What do fish eat in the Chesapeake Bay?

In the Chesapeake Bay, fish have a varied diet, depending on their species and life stage. They typically feed on smaller fish, crustaceans like crabs and shrimp, as well as plankton. When you embark on a fishing adventure with Maryanne Fishing Charters, Captain Gary Bramble's expertise can guide you to the right bait and strategies to target fish based on their feeding habits in the Chesapeake Bay, increasing your chances of a successful catch.


A Maryanne Fishing Charters Fishing Charters targets the top Chesapeake Bay Fish species including Striped Bass, Black Drum, Bluefish, White Perch, Spanish Mackerel, Sea Trout, Weakfish. We primarily Fish the Chesapeake Bay, Prices Cove, Little Creek, Goldsborough Creek, Tred Avon River, Island Creek, Choptank River, Papermill Pond, Kings Creek, Jenkins Creek.