
Ochre-striped cardinalfish
Ostorhinchus compressus
Overview
Ostorhinchus compressus, commonly called the ochre-striped cardinalfish, blue-eyed cardinalfish or split banded cardinalfish, is a marine cardinalfish from the Indo-West Pacific from the family Apogonidae. It occasionally makes its way into the aquarium trade. It grows to a size of 12 cm in length.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Small Shrimp
Effective when fished near the bottom.
- Bloodworms
A versatile bait that attracts many fish.
- Squid strips
Tough and stays on the hook well.
- Sandworms
Excellent for attracting fish inshore.
- Small pieces of cut fish
Use oily fish for best results.
Artificial Lures
- Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SMinnow lureBuy
Small size mimics natural prey.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7CrankbaitBuy
Great for attracting fish with its wobble.
- Berkley Gulp! Alive! MinnowSoft PlasticBuy
Scent attracts fish from a distance.
- Blue Fox Vibrax Foxtail Spinner #2SpinnerBuy
Flashy and creates vibration.
- Kastmaster Spoon 1/4 ozSpoonBuy
Good for casting long distances.
Techniques
Fish near reefs and rocky areas where Ochre-striped cardinalfish seek shelter, using light tackle for best results.
As an Amazon Associate, WikiCatch earns from qualifying purchases.
Where to Find Ochre-striped cardinalfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Ochre-striped cardinalfish?+
Popular baits for Ochre-striped cardinalfish include Small Shrimp, Bloodworms, Squid strips, Sandworms, Small pieces of cut fish. Tip: Fish near reefs and rocky areas where Ochre-striped cardinalfish seek shelter, using light tackle for best results.
Where can I catch Ochre-striped cardinalfish?+
Ochre-striped cardinalfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Ochre-striped cardinalfish get?+
Ochre-striped cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus compressus) can reach up to 11.9999997 cm in length and 0.0379 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
Get WikiCatch on iPhone
360,000+ fishing spots, AI fish ID, weather & solunar — free.
Download on the App Store