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Pouting - Fishing in Wales

Pouting

Pouting

Trisopterus luscus 

Pouting are another relative of the cod and are very small. They typically range from 8oz to 1lb.

Pouting are common on many Welsh marks. They are sometimes considered a bit of a pest, but they have saved many blanks! If you get one big enough, pouting are very good to eat. 

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