Scup, Stenotomus chrysops

Also known as the Porgy, this is definitely a lesser known species despite being common along the rocky shorelines of New England. Most people that "know" the Scup want to keep them a secret.  Scup Love, The Secret Scup Society.  I don't know what it is about this fish, but he is modest, yet has a ton of charisma!  This painting was a private commission modeled after a giant, grandfather Scup caught by RI commercial fisherman Cpt. Aaron Gerewitz.  If caught on a rod & reel, this would have been a world record.

Nick recommends size: LARGE