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Saucereye porgy
Calamus calamus
Overview
The saucereye porgy is an ocean-going species of fish in the family Sparidae. In Bermuda, they are also known as the goat's head porgy. In Jamaica, they are known as the Porgi grunt and the sugareye porgy. They may also be known simply by the name Porgy in several other Caribbean islands. Saucereye porgies are considered to be minor gamefishes and when caught are marketed both fresh and frozen.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Shrimp
Use fresh or frozen, peeled or unpeeled.
- Squid
Small pieces or strips are effective.
- Sand Fleas
Excellent natural bait, easily found.
- Clams
Cut into smaller, manageable pieces.
- Worms
Bloodworms or sandworms work well.
Artificial Lures
- Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Fish slow along the bottom.
- DOA ShrimpSoft PlasticBuy
Jerk bait presentation is effective.
- Got-cha E-Series Jig HeadJigBuy
Use bright colors in murky water.
- SpoonSpoonBuy
A silver spoon mimics baitfish.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1148CrankbaitBuy
Work it with a twitching retrieve.
Techniques
Use a bottom rig with a small circle hook to increase hookup rates when fishing bait; saucereye porgy are notorious bait stealers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Saucereye porgy?+
Popular baits for Saucereye porgy include Shrimp, Squid, Sand Fleas, Clams, Worms. Tip: Use a bottom rig with a small circle hook to increase hookup rates when fishing bait; saucereye porgy are notorious bait stealers.
How big do Saucereye porgy get?+
Saucereye porgy (Calamus calamus) can reach up to 56.0000002 cm in length and 0.68 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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