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Painted sweetlip

Plectorhinchus picus

Family
Haemulidae
Max Length
84 cm
Max Weight
22.1 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    Excellent all-round bait, fresh is best.

  • Small reef fish

    Use live, hooked through the back.

  • Squid

    Cut into strips or use whole small squid.

  • Worms

    Beachworms or bloodworms are highly effective.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Cast and retrieve quickly near structure.

    Buy
  • Rapala X-Rap 10Minnow

    Trolled or jerked near reefs.

    Buy
  • ZMan Slim SwimZ 4 inchSoft Plastic

    Jighead retrieve is effective.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Bait Junkie Minnow 2.5 inchSoft Plastic

    Use a light jig head.

    Buy
  • Nomad DTX Minnow 120Trolling minnow

    Troll around reefs for bigger fish

    Buy

Techniques

Painted sweetlip often hide around reefs and drop-offs, so fish close to structure, but be prepared to lose some tackle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Painted sweetlip?+

Popular baits for Painted sweetlip include Prawns, Small reef fish, Squid, Worms, Halco Twisty 40g. Tip: Painted sweetlip often hide around reefs and drop-offs, so fish close to structure, but be prepared to lose some tackle.

How big do Painted sweetlip get?+

Painted sweetlip (Plectorhinchus picus) can reach up to 83.9999974 cm in length and 22.09 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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