WikiCatchPaintspotted moray
Gymnothorax pictus
Overview
Gymnothorax pictus, the painted moray, paintspotted moray or peppered moray, is a moray eel. The Chamorro name of the eel is títugi.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Small Crabs
Good natural food source; use a small hook.
- Shrimp
A readily available and effective bait.
- Small Fish
Live or cut, good for larger morays.
- Squid
Tough bait that stays on the hook well.
- Clams
Crush slightly to release scent.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbaitBuy
Works well with a slow retrieve.
- Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Scent is a great attractant.
- Tsunami Pro Holographic Swim ShadSoft PlasticBuy
Mimics small bait fish.
- Savage Gear Sand EelSoft PlasticBuy
Can trigger aggressive strikes.
- Daredevle SpoonSpoonBuy
Classic lure with enticing wobble.
Techniques
Fish near rocks, reefs, and holes where paintspotted morays like to hide, and keep your bait or lure close to the bottom.
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Where to Find Paintspotted moray
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Paintspotted moray?+
Popular baits for Paintspotted moray include Small Crabs, Shrimp, Small Fish, Squid, Clams. Tip: Fish near rocks, reefs, and holes where paintspotted morays like to hide, and keep your bait or lure close to the bottom.
Where can I catch Paintspotted moray?+
Paintspotted moray 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 Paintspotted moray get?+
Paintspotted moray (Gymnothorax pictus) can reach up to 139.999998 cm in length and 30 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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