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Mexican moonfish
Selene orstedii
Overview
Selene orstedii, the Mexican moonfish, is a species of ray-finned fish within the family Carangidae. The species is found in the eastern Pacific Ocean, off the coasts of Baja California, Mexico to Ecuador. It grows to a max length of 33 centimeters, but is more commonly found at 25 centimeters in length. Adults are found in shallow coastal waters at depths up to 50 meters below sea level, usually near the seafloor. Its diet consist of squid, small crabs, small fishes and polychaetes.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Shrimp
Effective drifted or under a popping cork.
- Small Fish (e.g., Anchovies)
Hook through the lips or dorsal fin.
- Sand Fleas
Found along sandy beaches.
- Squid
Cut into strips and presented on a hook.
- Bloodworms
Effective when fish are finicky.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1140Hard JerkbaitBuy
Erratic retrieve mimics injured baitfish.
- Gulp! Swimming MulletSoft PlasticBuy
Rig on a jighead for deeper water.
- Kastmaster 1/4ozSpoonBuy
Great for casting long distances.
- Daiwa Salt Pro Minnow DSPM130FHard JerkbaitBuy
Trolling or casting in open water.
- Got-cha E-Series Jig FishJigBuy
Chartreuse color is very effective.
Techniques
Look for Mexican moonfish around piers, jetties, and other structure, and use a steady retrieve with occasional twitches to entice strikes.
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Where to Find Mexican moonfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Mexican moonfish?+
Popular baits for Mexican moonfish include Live Shrimp, Small Fish (e.g., Anchovies), Sand Fleas, Squid, Bloodworms. Tip: Look for Mexican moonfish around piers, jetties, and other structure, and use a steady retrieve with occasional twitches to entice strikes.
Where can I catch Mexican moonfish?+
Mexican moonfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Esmeraldas, Ecuador. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Mexican moonfish get?+
Mexican moonfish (Selene orstedii) can reach up to 33.0000013 cm in length and 1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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