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Serra Spanish mackerel

Scomberomorus brasiliensis

Family
Scombridae
Max Length
125 cm
Max Weight
6.7 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
11

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Excellent all-around bait, drifts well.

  • Live Pilchards

    A favorite for their oily scent.

  • Live Threadfin Herring

    Good swimming action to attract fish.

  • Live Pinfish

    Hardy bait, ideal near structure.

  • Blue Runners

    Larger bait for targeting bigger fish.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait

    Effective for trolling at various depths.

    Buy
  • Clarkspoon Casting SpoonSpoon

    Classic lure, works well with fast retrieves.

    Buy
  • Got-cha E-Series GrubSoft Plastic

    Versatile jig, good for casting and jigging.

    Buy
  • MirrOlure Top Dog Jr.Topwater

    Produces aggressive strikes on calm days.

    Buy
  • Sea Striker Got-Cha PlugJig

    Ideal for jigging around docks and piers.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs when targeting Serra Spanish mackerel as they have sharp teeth; varying your retrieve speed can often trigger strikes.

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Where to Find Serra Spanish mackerel

Santa Catarina, Brazil3 spotsPuntarenas, Costa Rica2 spotsPará, Brazil1 spotsParaná, Brazil1 spotsBocas del Toro, Panama1 spotsSão Paulo, Brazil1 spotsSergipe, Brazil1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Serra Spanish mackerel?+

Popular baits for Serra Spanish mackerel include Live Shrimp, Live Pilchards, Live Threadfin Herring, Live Pinfish, Blue Runners. Tip: Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs when targeting Serra Spanish mackerel as they have sharp teeth; varying your retrieve speed can often trigger strikes.

Where can I catch Serra Spanish mackerel?+

Serra Spanish mackerel can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Santa Catarina, Brazil; Puntarenas, Costa Rica; Pará, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 11 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Serra Spanish mackerel get?+

Serra Spanish mackerel (Scomberomorus brasiliensis) can reach up to 125 cm in length and 6.7 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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