Species guide
How to catch Spotted coralgrouper
Plectropomus maculatus
saltwatergame fishEpinephelidae
The spotted coralgrouper is a prized saltwater game fish known for its distinctive barred cheek markings. It is a strong predator inhabiting inshore coral reefs and rocky areas. Anglers seek this species for its size and fighting ability.
Where they live
This grouper is found inshore on coral reefs and rocky bottoms throughout the Pacific and Indian Oceans down to 100 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 125 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- marine macrofauna
Best baits
- live baitfish
- cut fish
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic lures
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- live bait drifting
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