Species guide
How to catch Cottonmouth jack
Uraspis secunda
saltwatergame fishCarangidae
The cottonmouth jack is a sleek, medium-sized marine fish found in tropical and subtropical oceans. It can be solitary or form small schools and is prized by anglers for sport. Recognizable by its streamlined shape, it inhabits waters from shallow reefs to moderate depths.
Where they live
Found in tropical and subtropical Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Ocean saltwaters, typically from 1 to 50 meters deep. Often near the ocean bottom, sometimes schooling in small groups.
Typical size
Up to about 50 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- squid
Best baits
- small fish chunks
- shrimp
- crustaceans
Best lures
- small jigs
- metal spoons
- soft plastic lures
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- light jigging
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