Remarks: Cunners are considered a coastal fish with the majority of them living within 5 to 6 miles from shore. They are most often found around piers, rock jetties and eel grass beds. ... Although cunners have a tough skin, their meat is tasty, making them a popular pan fish.

What does Cunner fish taste like?

Many people compare the taste of Bergall to Blackfish, or Tautog, and describe the taste to be very complex and a bit sweet. The easiest way to prepare a Bergall is to first filet it, then skin the filet and cut out the remaining bones.

Where do you catch Cunner?

Cunners live near the coastline, usually found inhabiting eelgrass beds, and they are observed swimming near piers, docks, and among rocks. Although this fish rarely travels into brackish water, it is occasionally seen in tidal creeks. Some cunners live together in small groups, but they do not school.