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Spot-fin porcupinefish

Spot-fin porcupinefish

Diodon hystrix

Family
Diodontidae
Max Length
91 cm
Max Weight
2.8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
16

Overview

The spot-fin porcupinefish, also known as the spotted porcupinefish, black-spotted porcupinefish or simply porcupinefish, is a member of the family Diodontidae.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Shrimp

    Use live shrimp on a jig head near reefs.

  • Crabs

    Small crabs are a natural food source.

  • Squid

    Cut squid works well, is durable.

  • Sand Fleas

    Effective when fished near sandy bottoms.

Artificial Lures

  • Gulp! Alive! ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Scent is key for attracting bites.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow FloatingMinnow

    Twitch it to mimic injured baitfish.

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  • Savage Gear 3D CrabSoft Plastic

    Mimics crabs that are part of diet.

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  • Got-Cha GrubJig

    Small profile jigs, good color variations.

    Buy

Techniques

Spot-fin porcupinefish are often found near reefs and rocky areas, so target these structures and use slow retrieves to entice them to bite.

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Where to Find Spot-fin porcupinefish

Hawaii, United States2 spotsSonora, Mexico2 spots北海道, Japan1 spotsParaná, Brazil1 spotsTasmania, Australia1 spotsJalisco, Mexico1 spotsPuntarenas, Costa Rica1 spotsAlaska, United States1 spotsTamaulipas, Mexico1 spotsNew York, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Spot-fin porcupinefish?+

Popular baits for Spot-fin porcupinefish include Shrimp, Crabs, Squid, Sand Fleas, Gulp! Alive! Shrimp. Tip: Spot-fin porcupinefish are often found near reefs and rocky areas, so target these structures and use slow retrieves to entice them to bite.

Where can I catch Spot-fin porcupinefish?+

Spot-fin porcupinefish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Hawaii, United States; Sonora, Mexico; 北海道, Japan. WikiCatch lists 16 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Spot-fin porcupinefish get?+

Spot-fin porcupinefish (Diodon hystrix) can reach up to 91.0000026 cm in length and 2.8 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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