Saltwater Fish of Connecticut
Cunner
Tautogolabrus adspersus
Also called: Bergall, Chogset
Identification
Small, slim wrasse with a bluish-brown body and a thin profile.
Habitat
Rocky jetties, reefs, and pilings.
Behavior
Nips baits aggressively and is abundant around rocks; often mixed with tautog.
How to Catch
Small pieces of clam and worm fished near rocks.
Notes
Often a nuisance bait-stealer.