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Ornamented wrasse

Halichoeres ornatissimus

Family
Labridae
Max Length
18 cm
Max Weight
0.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    A very tempting offering, fish near reefs.

  • Small Crabs

    Present on the bottom for best results.

  • Bloodworms

    Effective when other baits fail.

  • Clams

    Crush slightly to release scent.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1156-PGBLCrankbait

    Retrieve slowly near structure.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Rig on a small jig head.

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  • Daiwa Samurai ShadSoft Plastic

    Excellent for imitating small baitfish.

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  • Blue Fox Classic Vibrax SpinnerSpinner

    Small sizes are usually most productive.

    Buy

Techniques

Ornamented wrasse often dart into cover when hooked, so use a slightly heavier line and keep pressure to prevent them from reaching structure.

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Where to Find Ornamented wrasse

New York, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Ornamented wrasse?+

Popular baits for Ornamented wrasse include Live Shrimp, Small Crabs, Bloodworms, Clams, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1156-PGBL. Tip: Ornamented wrasse often dart into cover when hooked, so use a slightly heavier line and keep pressure to prevent them from reaching structure.

Where can I catch Ornamented wrasse?+

Ornamented wrasse can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New York, United States. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Ornamented wrasse get?+

Ornamented wrasse (Halichoeres ornatissimus) can reach up to 18.000000699999998 cm in length and 0.1427 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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