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Yellow-striped sweetlips

Plectorhinchus chrysotaenia

Family
Haemulidae
Max Length
41 cm
Max Weight
2.1 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    Excellent all-around bait; use fresh or live.

  • Squid

    Cut into strips; durable and attractive scent.

  • Small Fish

    Live baitfish like herring or mullet.

  • Crabs

    Small, soft-shelled crabs are highly effective.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Twisty 30gSpoon

    Fast retrieve imitates fleeing baitfish.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147-HGHGCrankbait

    Good for trolling or casting around reefs.

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  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Use with a jighead near bottom structure.

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  • Daiwa Saltiga Slider 140FStickbait

    Walk-the-dog action is good for surface feeding.

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  • Mustad Dagger Demon 32833NP-BNJig

    Tip jig with prawn for added attraction.

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Techniques

Fish near coral reefs or rocky outcrops where they seek shelter and food, using a slow, steady retrieve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Yellow-striped sweetlips?+

Popular baits for Yellow-striped sweetlips include Prawns, Squid, Small Fish, Crabs, Halco Twisty 30g. Tip: Fish near coral reefs or rocky outcrops where they seek shelter and food, using a slow, steady retrieve.

How big do Yellow-striped sweetlips get?+

Yellow-striped sweetlips (Plectorhinchus chrysotaenia) can reach up to 40.999999599999995 cm in length and 2.1119 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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