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Sergeant-major

Abudefduf saxatilis

Family
Pomacentridae
Max Length
23 cm
Max Weight
0.2 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
12

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 F7Minnow

    Effective when retrieved erratically.

    Buy
  • Johnson Silver MinnowSpoon

    Cast and retrieve slowly.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Rig on a small jig head.

    Buy
  • Panther Martin Classic SpinnerSpinner

    Small sizes are most effective.

    Buy
  • Got-cha E-Series JigJig

    Small profile jig for finicky eaters.

    Buy

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.

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