Species guide
How to catch Tenpounder
Elops machnata
brackishsaltwatergame fishElopidae
The Tenpounder is a sleek, elongated game fish known for its voracious appetite and strong fight. It inhabits coastal and estuarine waters, feeding actively on small fish and crustaceans. Reaching lengths up to 118 cm, it is prized by anglers for sport fishing.
Where they live
Found in coastal waters, lagoons, and estuaries across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. Prefers brackish and saltwater environments where young fish migrate inshore.
Typical size
Up to about 118 cm
What they eat
- small fishes
- crustaceans
- fish
- squid
- shrimp
Best baits
- fish strips
- squid pieces
- shrimp
Best lures
- soft plastic paddletails
- metal spoons
- topwater plugs
How to fish for them
- casting bait near estuary mouths
- topwater lure retrieval
- light tackle spinning
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