Massachusetts is likely to see striped bass movement
Massachusetts is likely to see striped bass movement, with potential for pre-spawn stripers to move northward as the weather warms and spawning in the Chesapeake Bay tributaries kicks into high gear. In Massachusetts, striper fishing could be limited by cold, windy weather, with rumors of fresh stripers potentially as far north as Massachusetts. Some holdover stripers might be moving around in Buzzards Bay as the water warms, according to a YouTube report
- Spawning:Striped bass spawning in the Chesapeake tributaries has intensified, with pre-spawn fish moving into areas like Raritan Bay to feed before migrating up the Hudson River.
- Massachusetts Movement:While the exact timing and extent of striper movement into Massachusetts waters in 2025 are difficult to predict, it’s possible to see pre-spawn stripers moving northward as the weather warms and the water temperature increases.
- Weather Conditions:Cold, windy weather in Massachusetts could impact striper fishing activity, potentially limiting the number of fish moving into the region.
- Potential Locations:In Massachusetts, holdover stripers might be found in Buzzards Bay as the water warms, and there may be reports of fresh stripers further north, according to the above video YouTube report.
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