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Striped seabream
Lithognathus mormyrus
Overview
The sand steenbras or striped seabream is a species of marine fish in the family Sparidae, colloquially known as the common bastardfish for nipping at the legs of swimmers. It is found in shallow water in the Mediterranean Sea and in the eastern Atlantic Ocean from France to South Africa. It also occurs in the Red Sea and off the coast of Mozambique in the Indian Ocean. The IUCN has assessed its conservation status as being of "least concern".
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Lugworm
Irresistible, use fresh for best results.
- Ragworm
Another excellent choice, durable on the hook.
- Shrimp
Peel before hooking, use small sizes.
- Sand Gaper Clams
Use fresh or lightly salted.
- Mussels
Use small ones, attach firmly to the hook.
Artificial Lures
- Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 70SMinnowBuy
Effective in clear water, slow retrieve.
- Maria MJ-Worm Flat ShadSoft PlasticBuy
Carolina or Texas rig works well.
- Savage Gear Sandeel SlugSoft PlasticBuy
Jighead presentation mimics sandeels.
- Molix Jugulo Casting Jig 7gJigBuy
Cast and retrieve near the bottom.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep Diver 90mmMinnowBuy
Trolled slowly, enticing wobble action.
Techniques
Fish during dawn or dusk in sandy or muddy areas; a slow retrieve is generally more effective.
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Where to Find Striped seabream
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Striped seabream?+
Popular baits for Striped seabream include Lugworm, Ragworm, Shrimp, Sand Gaper Clams, Mussels. Tip: Fish during dawn or dusk in sandy or muddy areas; a slow retrieve is generally more effective.
Where can I catch Striped seabream?+
Striped seabream can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Catalunya, Spain; Andalucía, Spain; Western Cape, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 62 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Striped seabream get?+
Striped seabream (Lithognathus mormyrus) can reach up to 55.00000120000001 cm in length and 2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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