Species guide
How to catch Black-barred halfbeak
Hemiramphus far
brackishsaltwatergame fishHemiramphidae
The Black-barred halfbeak is a slender, surface-dwelling fish found in coastal and reef environments. It forms schools and has a varied diet including small fish, plants, and zooplankton. This species is known among anglers and can reach up to 45 cm in length.
Where they live
Found in shallow coastal waters, coral reefs, and seagrass beds across the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian Ocean, and the Mediterranean. Prefers brackish and saltwater near shorelines up to 6 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 45 cm
What they eat
- small fish larvae
- crustaceans
- green algae
- seagrass
- diatoms
- zooplankton
Best baits
- small crustaceans
- minnows
- pieces of fish
- plant-based bait
Best lures
- small surface lures
- topwater plugs
- light spoons
How to fish for them
- float fishing near surface
- light spinning
- casting small lures
- chumming for schooling fish
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