Chocolate hind
Cephalopholis boenak
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Prawns
Hook through the tail for natural presentation.
- Small Live Fish (e.g., Hardyheads)
Hook behind the dorsal fin.
- Squid
Cut into strips or use whole small squid.
- Crabs
Remove claws to prevent tangling.
- Worms
Use saltwater worms for best results.
Artificial Lures
- Rapala Original Floater 07MinnowBuy
Twitch near structure for best action.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1140MinnowBuy
Effective in clear water conditions.
- Daiwa Bait Junkie Minnow 2.5"Soft PlasticBuy
Rig on a jig head and hop along the bottom.
- Halco Twisty 20gSpoonBuy
Cast and retrieve quickly in open water.
- Shimano Coltsniper 28gJigBuy
Jig vertically near reefs and drop offs.
Techniques
Target areas near reefs, rocks, and wrecks where Chocolate Hind ambush prey; use a slow to moderate retrieve to entice strikes.
Where to Find Chocolate hind
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Chocolate hind?+
Popular baits for Chocolate hind include Live Prawns, Small Live Fish (e.g., Hardyheads), Squid, Crabs, Worms. Tip: Target areas near reefs, rocks, and wrecks where Chocolate Hind ambush prey; use a slow to moderate retrieve to entice strikes.
Where can I catch Chocolate hind?+
Chocolate hind can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia; จังหวัดลพบุรี, Thailand; Aceh, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 6 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Chocolate hind get?+
Chocolate hind (Cephalopholis boenak) can reach up to 30.0000012 cm in length and 0.7597 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.