Species guide
How to catch Waigieu seaperch
Psammoperca waigiensis
brackishsaltwatergame fishLatidae
The Waigieu seaperch is a sleek, colorful fish often found inshore in brackish and saltwater habitats. It is known by several common names including Dwarf Palmer and Glasseye perch. This species can grow up to 47 cm in length and is a popular game fish in its range.
Where they live
Inshore waters in brackish and saltwater environments of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, typically at depths from 3 to 12 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 47 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- invertebrates
Best baits
- small fish strips
- shrimp
- crustacean baits
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- jigs
- minnow-type lures
How to fish for them
- light spinning tackle
- bait fishing
- casting small lures
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