Spotted coralgrouper

Plectropomus maculatus

Family

Serranidae

Max Length

125 cm

Max Weight

25 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater

Fishing Spots

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

Small reef fish
Use live herring or sardines.
Live prawns/shrimp
Excellent for enticing strikes.
Squid
Fresh squid is highly effective.
Crabs
Good for bottom fishing near reefs.

Artificial Lures

Rapala X-Rap 10Jerkbait
Mimics injured baitfish well.
Buy
Halco Laser Pro 190Trolling Lure
Effective when trolled near reefs.
Buy
Shimano Coltsniper Jerk LureJig
Excellent for jigging around structure.
Buy
Z-Man DieZel MinnowZSoft Plastic
Pair with a weighted hook.
Buy
Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait
Works well when retrieved slowly.
Buy

Techniques

Target areas with strong currents and plenty of reef structure; spotted coralgrouper are ambush predators.

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Where to Find Spotted coralgrouper

Queensland, Australia3 spots KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa1 spots Maluku, Indonesia1 spots Bali, Indonesia1 spots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Spotted coralgrouper?+

Popular baits for Spotted coralgrouper include Small reef fish, Live prawns/shrimp, Squid, Crabs, Rapala X-Rap 10. Tip: Target areas with strong currents and plenty of reef structure; spotted coralgrouper are ambush predators.

Where can I catch Spotted coralgrouper?+

Spotted coralgrouper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia; KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa; Maluku, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 6 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Spotted coralgrouper get?+

Spotted coralgrouper (Plectropomus maculatus) can reach up to 125 cm in length and 25 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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