
Tripletail wrasse
Cheilinus trilobatus
Overview
The tripletail wrasse is a species of marine ray-finned fish from the family Labridae, the wrasses.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Shrimp
Effective around structure.
- Small Crabs
A natural food source.
- Squid
Cut into small pieces.
- Small Fish
Live or freshly dead is best.
Artificial Lures
Techniques
Tripletail wrasse often hang around structure like reefs or wrecks, so focus your efforts there and use a slightly heavier leader to avoid losing gear.
Where to Find Tripletail wrasse
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Tripletail wrasse?+
Popular baits for Tripletail wrasse include Live Shrimp, Small Crabs, Squid, Small Fish, Rapala X-Rap 10. Tip: Tripletail wrasse often hang around structure like reefs or wrecks, so focus your efforts there and use a slightly heavier leader to avoid losing gear.
Where can I catch Tripletail wrasse?+
Tripletail wrasse can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Guam, Guam. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Tripletail wrasse get?+
Tripletail wrasse (Cheilinus trilobatus) can reach up to 44.9999988 cm in length and 2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.