Species guide
How to catch Broomtail grouper
Mycteroperca xenarcha
brackishsaltwatergame fishEpinephelidae
The broomtail grouper is a large, powerful predatory fish found in tropical waters. It inhabits mangrove estuaries and continental shelf areas, favoring hard bottoms. This species is prized by anglers for its size and strength.
Where they live
Found from mangrove estuaries out to depths of 60 meters on hard-bottom continental shelves in Pacific North America. Prefers brackish and saltwater environments.
Typical size
Up to about 150 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- other marine macrofauna
Best baits
- live shrimp
- whole small fish
- crabs
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic swimbaits
- large crankbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- casting near mangroves
- using live bait rigs
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