Cornwall (UK) Fishing Guide
9 species in our database list Cornwall (UK) among their fisheries. Use the species list below to plan what to target, then open any profile for identification features, bait, and season.
How to use this page: pick a species, check its habitat and seasonal notes, and match your gear to the environment. Local regulations always apply — verify current rules with the responsible agency before fishing.
Saltwater species
- Ballan Wrasse
- Blonde Ray
- Blue Shark
- Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse
- Cuckoo Wrasse
- Garfish
- Napoleon Wrasse
- Porbeagle
- Undulate Ray
Licences & regulations — England
- Sea angling needs no licence; bass size and bag limits are strictly enforced.
- Check Cornwall IFCA bylaws for minimum sizes and protected areas before keeping fish.
Official sources: gov.uk/fishing-licences