Red lionfish

Pterois volitans

Family

Scorpaenidae

Max Length

46 cm

Max Weight

1.4 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater

Fishing Spots

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

Live Shrimp
Effective when presented near reefs.
Small Live Fish (e.g., Pilchards, scaled sardine)
Lionfish readily ambush small fish.
Cut Bait (e.g., squid, mackerel)
Scent attracts from a distance.
Crabs
Effective near rocky areas.

Artificial Lures

Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait
Good for trolling near reefs.
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DOA CAL Shad TailSoft Plastic
Jig it slowly near the bottom.
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Bucktail JigJig
Bounce near structure.
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Got-Cha Curly Tail GrubSoft Plastic
Use a jighead to present at any depth.
Buy
SpoonSpoon
Flashy spoons can provoke strikes.
Buy

Techniques

Lionfish often ambush prey from structure; target reef edges, wrecks, and rocky outcroppings with slow presentations.

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Where to Find Red lionfish

Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico2 spots Anse La Raye, Saint Lucia1 spots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Red lionfish?+

Popular baits for Red lionfish include Live Shrimp, Small Live Fish (e.g., Pilchards, scaled sardine), Cut Bait (e.g., squid, mackerel), Crabs, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep Diver. Tip: Lionfish often ambush prey from structure; target reef edges, wrecks, and rocky outcroppings with slow presentations.

Where can I catch Red lionfish?+

Red lionfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico; Anse La Raye, Saint Lucia. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Red lionfish get?+

Red lionfish (Pterois volitans) can reach up to 45.6999987 cm in length and 1.4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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