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Striped goatfish

Upeneus vittatus

Family
Mullidae
Max Length
28 cm
Max Weight
0.6 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Shrimp

    Small, live shrimp work great.

  • Squid

    Small squid strips are very effective.

  • Bloodworms

    Bloodworms attract many fish species

  • Sandworms

    Sandworms are a good natural bait.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scent attracts fish effectively.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SMinnow

    Effective for casting near structure.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7Minnow

    Great action in shallow waters.

    Buy
  • Z-Man Micro Finesse ShroomZJighead

    Small jig head and plastic combo

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near the bottom in sandy or muddy areas; striped goatfish are bottom feeders.

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Where to Find Striped goatfish

Hawaii, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Striped goatfish?+

Popular baits for Striped goatfish include Shrimp, Squid, Bloodworms, Sandworms, Berkley Gulp! Sandworm. Tip: Fish near the bottom in sandy or muddy areas; striped goatfish are bottom feeders.

Where can I catch Striped goatfish?+

Striped goatfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Hawaii, United States. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Striped goatfish get?+

Striped goatfish (Upeneus vittatus) can reach up to 28.0000001 cm in length and 0.6061 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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