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Lighthouse lizardfish

Lighthouse lizardfish

Synodus jaculum

Family
Synodontidae
Max Length
20 cm
Max Weight
0.2 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
4

Overview

The lighthouse lizardfish, also known as the blacktail lizardfish, is a species of lizardfish that lives mainly in the Indo-Pacific.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Live Shrimp

    Effective when drifting near the bottom.

  • Live Sand Eels

    Lighthouse lizardfish find them irresistible.

  • Small Live Fish (e.g. silversides)

    Hook through the lips for natural presentation.

  • Cut Squid

    A good alternative when live bait is scarce.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1146Jerkbait

    Effective with a twitch-pause retrieve.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow 3 inchSoft Plastic

    On a jighead, bounced along the bottom.

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  • Kastmaster 1/4 ozSpoon

    Retrieve at varying depths.

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  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SCrankbait

    Work slowly near structure.

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Techniques

Lighthouse lizardfish are ambush predators; target areas with structure like rocks or coral and use a slow retrieve close to the seabed.

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Where to Find Lighthouse lizardfish

Sulawesi Selatan, Indonesia1 spotsAlaska, United States1 spots沖縄県, Japan1 spotsNew York, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Lighthouse lizardfish?+

Popular baits for Lighthouse lizardfish include Small Live Shrimp, Live Sand Eels, Small Live Fish (e.g. silversides), Cut Squid, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1146. Tip: Lighthouse lizardfish are ambush predators; target areas with structure like rocks or coral and use a slow retrieve close to the seabed.

Where can I catch Lighthouse lizardfish?+

Lighthouse lizardfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Sulawesi Selatan, Indonesia; Alaska, United States; 沖縄県, Japan. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Lighthouse lizardfish get?+

Lighthouse lizardfish (Synodus jaculum) can reach up to 20.0000003 cm in length and 0.2015 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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