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Round Scad

Decapterus punctatus

Family
Carangidae
Max Length
30 cm
Max Weight
1.5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
4

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Shrimp

    Effective when drifting near schools.

  • Squid Pieces

    Tougher, stays on the hook longer.

  • Cut Bait (Small Fish)

    Attracts larger, predatory round scad.

  • Sand Fleas

    Good for bottom fishing in sandy areas.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7Minnow

    Good for mimicking small baitfish.

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  • Got-cha Got-cha PlugJig

    Effective when jigged near the bottom.

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  • Kastmaster XL 1ozSpoon

    Long casting, imitates fleeing bait.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow 3 inchSoft Plastic

    Effective on a jig head.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a chum bag with ground fish or bread to attract schools of round scad and keep them in your fishing area.

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Where to Find Round Scad

New Hampshire, United States1 spotsBalıkesir, Turkey1 spotsSão Paulo, Brazil1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Round Scad?+

Popular baits for Round Scad include Small Shrimp, Squid Pieces, Cut Bait (Small Fish), Sand Fleas, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7. Tip: Use a chum bag with ground fish or bread to attract schools of round scad and keep them in your fishing area.

Where can I catch Round Scad?+

Round Scad can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New Hampshire, United States; Balıkesir, Turkey; São Paulo, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Round Scad get?+

Round Scad (Decapterus punctatus) can reach up to 30.0000012 cm in length and 1.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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