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Bluestriped chub
Kyphosus ocyurus
Overview
Kyphosus ocyurus, the blue-striped chub or rainbow chub, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a sea chub from the family Kyphosidae. The species is found in the Pacific Ocean where it prefers rocky substrates.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Shrimp
Effective when fished near structure.
- Squid
Cut squid works well on a hook.
- Sand Fleas
A natural food source they can't resist.
- Small crabs
Use small, soft-shelled crabs.
- Clams
Good for bottom fishing in deeper water.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow FloatingMinnowBuy
Retrieve erratically to mimic fleeing baitfish.
- Berkley Gulp! Alive! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Scent attracts fish effectively.
- Daiwa Salt Pro MinnowMinnowBuy
Cast far and retrieve quickly.
- Kastmaster SpoonSpoonBuy
Works well with jigging motions.
- Got-Cha PlugPlugBuy
Chartreuse color can be productive.
Techniques
Bluestriped chub often school, so if you catch one, work the same area for more; chumming with bread can also attract them to your location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Bluestriped chub?+
Popular baits for Bluestriped chub include Shrimp, Squid, Sand Fleas, Small crabs, Clams. Tip: Bluestriped chub often school, so if you catch one, work the same area for more; chumming with bread can also attract them to your location.
How big do Bluestriped chub get?+
Bluestriped chub (Kyphosus ocyurus) can reach up to 58.999997400000005 cm in length and 2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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