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Blackear wrasse

Halichoeres poeyi

Family
Labridae
Max Length
20 cm
Max Weight
0.2 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Effective all-around bait for wrasse.

  • Sand Fleas

    Natural forage, great around docks and pilings.

  • Small Crabs

    A preferred food, hook through the back.

  • Bloodworms

    Attract fish with their strong scent.

  • Cut Squid

    Durable, stays on the hook well.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Scent and action attract strikes.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F9Crankbait

    Effective when retrieved erratically.

    Buy
  • Johnson Silver MinnowSpoon

    Classic spoon, use with a swivel.

    Buy
  • DOA ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Realistic shrimp imitation.

    Buy
  • Tsunami Holographic Swim ShadSoft Plastic

    Good for casting around structure.

    Buy

Techniques

Use light tackle and small hooks to target Blackear wrasse effectively, focusing your efforts near reefs and rocky areas where they tend to congregate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Blackear wrasse?+

Popular baits for Blackear wrasse include Live Shrimp, Sand Fleas, Small Crabs, Bloodworms, Cut Squid. Tip: Use light tackle and small hooks to target Blackear wrasse effectively, focusing your efforts near reefs and rocky areas where they tend to congregate.

How big do Blackear wrasse get?+

Blackear wrasse (Halichoeres poeyi) can reach up to 20.0000003 cm in length and 0.2015 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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