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Eddystone eel – a plastic eel named after the Eddystone Reef off Plymouth.

Edible crab – The brown or edible crab is an excellent bait for large bass. The peeling season is around July and August. As this is a commercial catch there…

Eddy – A area of water forming on the side of the main current, usually caused by an obstruction such as a headland or pier. Sand and silt is deposited…

EFSA – The European Federation of Sea Anglers. Hosts the European Boat, Line Class and Shore Championships at a different European or Scandinavian venue each year.

Estuary – The area of water where the sea meets a river.

Eye – The loop at the end of a hook shank to which the line or lure is attached.