Bluefish Diet: What They Eat & Hunting Habits

Bluefish are opportunistic predators that feed on a variety of small fish, squid, and crustaceans. Some of the specific prey items that bluefish consume include:

* Menhaden

* Herring

* Mackerel

* Butterfish

* Squid

* Shrimp

* Crabs

Bluefish typically hunt in schools and use their sharp teeth to capture and kill their prey. They are known for their aggressive feeding behavior and have been known to attack prey that is much larger than themselves.