Species guide
How to catch Lookdown
Selene vomer
#0870
#0870BrackishSaltwaterGame FishBrackishSaltwaterNorth AmericaAtlanticCaribbeanGulf Of Mexico
The Lookdown is a distinctive, flattened fish known for its shiny, reflective body and unique profile. It inhabits shallow coastal waters and is a voracious predator of small crustaceans and fishes. Popular among anglers for its fight and uncommon appearance.
Where they live
Common in shallow coastal and estuarine waters of the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico, usually over sandy or hard bottoms from 1 to 53 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 48 cm
What they eat
- small crabs
- shrimps
- small fishes
- worms
- benthic crustaceans
Best baits
- shrimp
- crab
- small cut bait
Best lures
- small jigs
- soft plastic baits
- small spoons
- shiny metal lures
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light spinning gear
- casting small lures near structure
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