Sergeant-major
Abudefduf saxatilis
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Shrimp
A small piece is usually sufficient.
- Squid
Cut into small strips or chunks.
- Sand Fleas
Effective when fished near the bottom.
- Small Crabs
Use small, soft-shelled crabs if possible.
- Cut Bait
Small pieces of fish will also work.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7MinnowBuy
Effective when retrieved erratically.
- Johnson Silver MinnowSpoonBuy
Cast and retrieve slowly.
- Berkley Gulp! Alive! ShrimpSoft PlasticBuy
Rig on a small jig head.
- Panther Martin Classic SpinnerSpinnerBuy
Small sizes are most effective.
- Got-cha E-Series JigJigBuy
Small profile jig for finicky eaters.
Techniques
Sergeant-majors are often found around docks and reefs, so fish near structure and use small hooks to improve your hookup ratio.
Where to Find Sergeant-major
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Sergeant-major?+
Popular baits for Sergeant-major include Shrimp, Squid, Sand Fleas, Small Crabs, Cut Bait. Tip: Sergeant-majors are often found around docks and reefs, so fish near structure and use small hooks to improve your hookup ratio.
Where can I catch Sergeant-major?+
Sergeant-major can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Florida, United States; Chihuahua, Mexico; Cesar, Colombia. WikiCatch lists 12 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Sergeant-major get?+
Sergeant-major (Abudefduf saxatilis) can reach up to 22.9000002 cm in length and 0.2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.