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Yellowfin sea bream

Dentex abei

Family
Sparidae
Max Length
31 cm
Max Weight
0.8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Overview

Dentex abei, the yellowfin seabream, is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sparidae, which includes the seabreams and porgies. This species is found in the Western Pacific Ocean in East Asia.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Shrimp

    Live shrimp are highly effective all around.

  • Squid

    Use small squid strips on a hook.

  • Worms

    Earthworms or sandworms work well.

  • Small fish

    Pilchards or sardines as cut bait

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1169Minnow

    Excellent for imitating small baitfish.

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  • Daiwa Saltiga SliderJig

    Work near the bottom for best results.

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  • Storm Wildeye Swim ShadSoft Plastic

    Effective when rigged weedless.

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  • Rapala X-Rap 10Minnow

    Twitch and pause retrieve works well.

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Techniques

Use a slow to medium retrieve with pauses to entice strikes, as Yellowfin Sea Bream often strike on the fall.

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Where to Find Yellowfin sea bream

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Yellowfin sea bream?+

Popular baits for Yellowfin sea bream include Shrimp, Squid, Worms, Small fish, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1169. Tip: Use a slow to medium retrieve with pauses to entice strikes, as Yellowfin Sea Bream often strike on the fall.

Where can I catch Yellowfin sea bream?+

Yellowfin sea bream can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Bataan, Philippines. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Yellowfin sea bream get?+

Yellowfin sea bream (Dentex abei) can reach up to 30.7000011 cm in length and 0.8193 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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