Species guide
How to catch Blue-lined large-eye bream
Gymnocranius grandoculis
The Blue-lined large-eye bream is a striking saltwater fish known for its large eyes and blue lines. It inhabits offshore reefs and rocky bottoms, feeding mainly on bottom-dwelling invertebrates and small fishes. This species can grow quite large and is a popular target for anglers.
Where they live
Found in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, this fish lives mainly on offshore reefs, continental shelf trawling grounds, and rocky bottoms from shallow waters around 20 meters to depths of 170 meters. Juveniles prefer inshore muddy substrates.
Typical size
Up to about 80 cm
What they eat
- bottom invertebrates
- small fishes
Best baits
- shrimp
- small baitfish
- worms
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastics
- poppers
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- drift fishing
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