WikiCatchGreasy grouper
Epinephelus tauvina
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Prawns
Excellent all-around bait; hook through the tail.
- Live Mullet
Hardy and readily available, great for bigger fish.
- Live Herring
Oily and very attractive to groupers.
- Live Squid
A Grouper favorite; hook through the mantle.
- Small Reef Fish
Use local reef fish; check local regulations.
Artificial Lures
- Rapala X-Rap 10CrankbaitBuy
Trolled or casted around structure.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbaitBuy
Great for trolling deep channels.
- Storm Wildeye Swim Shad 05Soft PlasticBuy
Versatile, can be jigged or retrieved.
- Shimano Coltsniper Jerk 100SJigBuy
Cast and retrieved rapidly.
- Halco Twisty 40gSpoonBuy
Effective for casting long distances.
Techniques
Target structure like reefs and wrecks, and use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs.
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Where to Find Greasy grouper
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Greasy grouper?+
Popular baits for Greasy grouper include Live Prawns, Live Mullet, Live Herring, Live Squid, Small Reef Fish. Tip: Target structure like reefs and wrecks, and use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs.
Where can I catch Greasy grouper?+
Greasy grouper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Jawa, Indonesia; Queensland, Australia; Hawaii, United States. WikiCatch lists 34 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Greasy grouper get?+
Greasy grouper (Epinephelus tauvina) can reach up to 100 cm in length and 15 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is DD.
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