Species guide
How to catch Black dotted sand perch
Parapercis millepunctata
saltwaterPinguipedidae
The black dotted sand perch is a small, elongated fish known for its many spots. It lives in saltwater regions of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. This species hunts small animals on the sea floor.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderately deep saltwater from 3 to 50 meters, mainly in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Prefers sandy bottoms where it can hunt.
Typical size
Up to about 18 cm
What they eat
- small macrofauna
- bottom-dwelling invertebrates
Best baits
- small pieces of shrimp
- worms
- small baitfish
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- micro jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light tackle casting
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