Species guide
How to catch Spiny red gurnard
Chelidonichthys spinosus
saltwatergame fishTriglidae
The spiny red gurnard is a striking bottom-dwelling fish found in deeper sandy or muddy marine habitats. Known for its colorful appearance and bony spines, it is a sought-after species for anglers in the Pacific region. It feeds primarily on small fish and cephalopods along the sea floor.
Where they live
Found in the Pacific Ocean on sandy or muddy bottoms at depths from about 25 to over 600 meters. Prefers deeper saltwater environments away from shore.
Typical size
Up to about 40 cm
What they eat
- small squid species
- cuttlefish
- small bony fishes
- sand lance
- cardinalfish
Best baits
- small squid strips
- shrimp
- cut bait fish
Best lures
- soft plastic grub
- jigs
- bottom bouncer lures
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- drift fishing
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