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Mottled spinefoot

Siganus fuscescens

Family
Siganidae
Max Length
40 cm
Max Weight
1.9 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
4

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Seaweed

    A favorite natural food source for Mottled Spinefoot.

  • Shrimp

    Small shrimp, live or dead, works very well.

  • Bread

    Can be used as groundbait or on a small hook.

  • Worms

    Earthworms or sandworms are effective.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Fish it slowly near the bottom.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7Crankbait

    Excellent erratic action to entice strikes.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Silver Creek SpinnerSpinner

    Smaller sizes are effective in clear water.

    Buy
  • Maria Shore TrickerJig

    Good for targeting larger Spinefoot.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near rocky areas and seagrass beds where they feed, using light tackle for better sensitivity and presentation.

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Where to Find Mottled spinefoot

Tỉnh An Giang, Vietnam1 spotsAceh, Indonesia1 spotsSumatera Selatan, Indonesia1 spotsSulawesi Selatan, Indonesia1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Mottled spinefoot?+

Popular baits for Mottled spinefoot include Seaweed, Shrimp, Bread, Worms, Berkley Gulp! Sandworm. Tip: Fish near rocky areas and seagrass beds where they feed, using light tackle for better sensitivity and presentation.

Where can I catch Mottled spinefoot?+

Mottled spinefoot can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Tỉnh An Giang, Vietnam; Aceh, Indonesia; Sumatera Selatan, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Mottled spinefoot get?+

Mottled spinefoot (Siganus fuscescens) can reach up to 40.0000006 cm in length and 1.9479 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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