Species guide

How to catch Bocon toadfish

Amphichthys cryptocentrus

Stylized 2D illustration of Bocon toadfish
saltwaterBatrachoididae

The Bocon toadfish is a saltwater species with an elongated body found in the Caribbean and Atlantic. It is a predator feeding on various crustaceans and small fishes. Not targeted as a game fish, it inhabits depths from shallow waters down to 70 meters.

Where they live

Lives in saltwater areas of the Caribbean and Atlantic, from shallow waters to about 70 meters deep.

Typical size

Up to about 40 cm

What they eat

  • small fishes
  • octopods
  • crabs
  • lobsters
  • hermit crabs
  • sea urchins

Best baits

  • small fish chunks
  • shrimp
  • crab pieces

Best lures

  • soft plastic grubs
  • jigs
  • small crankbaits

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • drift fishing
  • using baited traps

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