Comb grouper

Mycteroperca acutirostris

Family

Serranidae

Max Length

80 cm

Max Weight

10 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater

Fishing Spots

Overview

Mycteroperca acutirostris the comb grouper, western comb grouper or wavy-lined grouper, is a species of grouper from the family Serranidae from the warmer waters of the western Atlantic Ocean.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

Live Pinfish
Excellent all-around bait, hardy and readily available.
Live Shrimp
A favorite, especially around structure.
Live Grunts
A natural prey item for larger groupers.
Live Sardines
Oily and attractant; effective when drifting.

Artificial Lures

Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait
Trolled slowly, imitates baitfish.
Buy
Bucktail Jig with grubJig
Bounce off the bottom near reefs.
Buy
Storm Wildeye Swim ShadSoft Plastic
Swim along drop-offs for strikes.
Buy
Rapala X-Rap Magnum 20Crankbait
Effective for deep trolling.
Buy

Techniques

Target structure such as reefs and wrecks, and always use heavy tackle to prevent break-offs.

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Where to Find Comb grouper

Paraná, Brazil1 spots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Comb grouper?+

Popular baits for Comb grouper include Live Pinfish, Live Shrimp, Live Grunts, Live Sardines, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep Diver. Tip: Target structure such as reefs and wrecks, and always use heavy tackle to prevent break-offs.

Where can I catch Comb grouper?+

Comb grouper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Paraná, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Comb grouper get?+

Comb grouper (Mycteroperca acutirostris) can reach up to 80.0000012 cm in length and 10 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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