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Bluelined hind

Bluelined hind

Cephalopholis formosa

Family
Serranidae
Max Length
34 cm
Max Weight
1.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
2

Overview

Cephalopholis formosa, the Bluelined hind or bluelined rockcod is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a grouper from the subfamily Epinephelinae which is in the family Serranidae which also includes the anthias and sea basses. It is found in the Indo-Pacific where it is associated with reefs. It is sometimes found in the aquarium trade.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Effective around reefs and rocky areas.

  • Small Live Fish

    Good for larger Bluelined hind.

  • Squid

    Cut squid is a good all-around bait.

  • Crabs

    Use small, soft-shelled crabs.

  • Pinfish

    Hardy and attracts bigger fish.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147Crankbait

    Works well when trolled or retrieved quickly.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Cast near structure, slow retrieve.

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  • Shimano Butterfly JigJig

    Vertical jigging near reefs.

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  • Rapala X-Rap 10Crankbait

    Twitch-pause retrieve mimics injured baitfish.

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  • Daredevle SpoonSpoon

    Classic lure, great for casting and retrieving

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Techniques

Target areas with structure like reefs and rock piles, and vary your retrieve speed until you find what the fish are responding to.

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Where to Find Bluelined hind

Maluku, Indonesia1 spotsDavao del Norte, Philippines1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Bluelined hind?+

Popular baits for Bluelined hind include Live Shrimp, Small Live Fish, Squid, Crabs, Pinfish. Tip: Target areas with structure like reefs and rock piles, and vary your retrieve speed until you find what the fish are responding to.

Where can I catch Bluelined hind?+

Bluelined hind can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Maluku, Indonesia; Davao del Norte, Philippines. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Bluelined hind get?+

Bluelined hind (Cephalopholis formosa) can reach up to 34.000000400000005 cm in length and 1.1444 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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