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Pacific tripletail

Pacific tripletail

Lobotes pacifica

Family
Lobotidae
Max Length
100 cm
Max Weight
9 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
2

Overview

Lobotes pacifica, the Pacific tripletail or West Coast tripletail, is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Lobotidae, the tripletails and tiger perches. This species is found in the eastern Pacific Ocean.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Use a small hook for best presentation.

  • Small Crabs

    Excellent natural bait; hook through the carapace.

  • Pinfish

    Effective live bait when tripletail are feeding aggressively.

  • Finger Mullet

    Great for larger tripletail; use a circle hook.

Artificial Lures

  • DOA ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Slow retrieve around structure or weeds.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait

    Effective when trolled slowly near buoys.

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  • Savage Gear 3D CrabSoft Plastic

    Mimics natural prey well, fish slowly.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Swimming MulletSoft Plastic

    Versatile, can be rigged in various ways.

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  • Johnson Silver MinnowSpoon

    Weedless option for fishing in heavy cover.

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Techniques

When fishing around buoys or floating debris, cast past the structure and retrieve slowly, pausing occasionally to entice a strike from lurking tripletail.

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Where to Find Pacific tripletail

Limón, Costa Rica1 spotsPuntarenas, Costa Rica1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Pacific tripletail?+

Popular baits for Pacific tripletail include Live Shrimp, Small Crabs, Pinfish, Finger Mullet, DOA Shrimp. Tip: When fishing around buoys or floating debris, cast past the structure and retrieve slowly, pausing occasionally to entice a strike from lurking tripletail.

Where can I catch Pacific tripletail?+

Pacific tripletail can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Limón, Costa Rica; Puntarenas, Costa Rica. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Pacific tripletail get?+

Pacific tripletail (Lobotes pacifica) can reach up to 100 cm in length and 9 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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