Species guide
How to catch Half-lined cardinal
Ostorhinchus semilineatus
brackishsaltwaterApogonidae
The half-lined cardinal is a small, nocturnal fish found inshore, often swimming in schools over rocky areas. It has a short and deep body shape and is known for its distinctive half-lined pattern along its body. This species is not targeted as a game fish.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater environments across the Pacific and Indian Oceans, typically inhabiting rocky inshore areas from shallow waters down to 100 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 12 cm
What they eat
- small crustaceans
Best baits
- small shrimp
- crustacean pieces
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- micro jigs
How to fish for them
- light tackle fishing
- bottom fishing
- using small bait rigs
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