Bigeye scad
Selar crumenophthalmus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Small shrimp
Effective when fished near the surface.
- Squid strips
Cut into small pieces, irresistible scent.
- Small baitfish (e.g., anchovies)
Hooked through the lips or dorsal fin.
- Fish eyes
A popular bait in some regions.
- Sand worms
Use small hooks, fish near reefs.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1140MinnowBuy
Good for mimicking small baitfish.
- Tsunami Holographic Swim ShadSoft PlasticBuy
Effective when jigged or retrieved quickly.
- Kastmaster Spoon 1/4 ozSpoonBuy
Cast far and retrieved at varying speeds.
- Got-cha E-Series Jig Head 1/8 ozJigBuy
Great for vertical jigging.
- Maria Mucho Lucir 35gMetal JigBuy
Fast retrieve mimics fleeing prey.
Techniques
Look for schools of Bigeye scad near reefs and rocky areas, and use a chum bag to attract them to your fishing spot.
Where to Find Bigeye scad
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Bigeye scad?+
Popular baits for Bigeye scad include Small shrimp, Squid strips, Small baitfish (e.g., anchovies), Fish eyes, Sand worms. Tip: Look for schools of Bigeye scad near reefs and rocky areas, and use a chum bag to attract them to your fishing spot.
Where can I catch Bigeye scad?+
Bigeye scad can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Espírito Santo, Brazil; New York, United States; Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 18 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Bigeye scad get?+
Bigeye scad (Selar crumenophthalmus) can reach up to 69.9999988 cm in length and 1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.