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Nassau grouper

Epinephelus striatus

Family
Serranidae
Max Length
122 cm
Max Weight
25 kg
IUCN Status
CR
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
6

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Grunts

    Excellent for bottom fishing around reefs.

  • Live Pinfish

    Hardy and readily available inshore.

  • Live Shrimp

    Effective for smaller Nassau grouper.

  • Live Crab

    Great for tempting larger fish hiding in structure.

  • Cuts of Barracuda

    Tough bait that stays on the hook.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait

    Trolled slowly near structure.

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  • Bucktail JigJig

    Jigged near reefs and wrecks.

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  • Rapala X-Rap Magnum 20Crankbait

    Good for high speed trolling.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Swimming MulletSoft Plastic

    Fished on a jighead. Smells irresistible.

    Buy
  • Williamson Benthos Speed JigJig

    Metal jig good for vertical jigging.

    Buy

Techniques

Nassau grouper are ambush predators, so target areas with structure and current breaks; chumming can also help bring fish out of hiding.

Where to Find Nassau grouper

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Nassau grouper?+

Popular baits for Nassau grouper include Live Grunts, Live Pinfish, Live Shrimp, Live Crab, Cuts of Barracuda. Tip: Nassau grouper are ambush predators, so target areas with structure and current breaks; chumming can also help bring fish out of hiding.

Where can I catch Nassau grouper?+

Nassau grouper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Florida, United States. WikiCatch lists 6 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Nassau grouper get?+

Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus) can reach up to 122.000003 cm in length and 25 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is CR.

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