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Pink dentex

Pink dentex

Dentex gibbosus

Family
Sparidae
Max Length
106 cm
Max Weight
16.4 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
19

Overview

The pink dentex is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sparidae, a family that includes the seabreams and porgies. This species is found in the temperate and tropical waters of the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Excellent all-around bait.

  • Small Squid

    Very attractive to Pink Dentex.

  • Sand Eels

    Effective when presented naturally.

  • Small Live Fish (e.g., Sardines)

    Good for larger specimens.

  • Cut Bait (e.g., Mackerel)

    Strong scent attracts fish.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LCMinnow

    Great for imitating small baitfish.

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  • Maria Mucho Lucir 45gJig

    Effective when jigged vertically.

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  • Daiwa Saltiga Slider 140FStickbait

    Walk the dog action works well.

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  • Rapala X-Rap Magnum 10Trolling Lure

    Good for trolling deeper waters.

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  • Savage Gear Sand Eel SlugSoft Plastic

    Rig weedless or on a jighead.

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Techniques

When targeting Pink Dentex, vary your retrieve speed and jigging motion until you find what triggers a strike, as they can be finicky.

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Where to Find Pink dentex

Asturias / Asturies, Spain2 spotsCanarias, Spain2 spotsDubrovačko-neretvanska županija, Croatia1 spotsZadarska županija, Croatia1 spotsAndalucía, Spain1 spotsPrimorsko-goranska županija, Croatia1 spotsGalicia, Spain1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Pink dentex?+

Popular baits for Pink dentex include Live Shrimp, Small Squid, Sand Eels, Small Live Fish (e.g., Sardines), Cut Bait (e.g., Mackerel). Tip: When targeting Pink Dentex, vary your retrieve speed and jigging motion until you find what triggers a strike, as they can be finicky.

Where can I catch Pink dentex?+

Pink dentex can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Asturias / Asturies, Spain; Canarias, Spain; Dubrovačko-neretvanska županija, Croatia. WikiCatch lists 19 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Pink dentex get?+

Pink dentex (Dentex gibbosus) can reach up to 105.999994 cm in length and 16.4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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