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Lemonfish
Plectorhinchus flavomaculatus
Overview
Plectorhinchus flavomaculatus is a species of ray-finned fish in the Haemulidae family. It has many common names, including lemonfish, goldspotted sweetlips, lemon sweetlips, and yellowspotted thicklip.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Prawns
Excellent all-around bait, hook through the tail.
- Small Live Fish
Use hardy baitfish, hook behind dorsal fin.
- Squid Strips
Tough and stays on the hook well.
- Crabs
Small crabs are natural prey, remove claws.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbaitBuy
Works well trolled or cast near structure.
- Rapala X-Rap 10CrankbaitBuy
Erratic action triggers strikes.
- Berkley Gulp! Swimming MulletSoft PlasticBuy
Great scent and swimming action.
- Halco Twisty 40gSpoonBuy
Cast and retrieve quickly for best results.
- Daiwa Saltiga SK JigJigBuy
Vertical jigging near reefs and drop-offs.
Techniques
Target areas with structure like reefs, rocks, and wrecks, and fish during periods of higher water movement for better results.
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Where to Find Lemonfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Lemonfish?+
Popular baits for Lemonfish include Live Prawns, Small Live Fish, Squid Strips, Crabs, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep Diver. Tip: Target areas with structure like reefs, rocks, and wrecks, and fish during periods of higher water movement for better results.
Where can I catch Lemonfish?+
Lemonfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Australia, Australia; Otago, New Zealand. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Lemonfish get?+
Lemonfish (Plectorhinchus flavomaculatus) can reach up to 60.0000024 cm in length and 7.3438 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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