Species guide
How to catch Highfin coralgrouper
Plectropomus oligacanthus
saltwatergame fishEpinephelidae
The highfin coralgrouper is a striking saltwater predator known for its blue-lined appearance. It typically inhabits steep coral drop-offs and channel slopes. This species hunts in small groups, feeding mainly on fishes and crustaceans.
Where they live
Found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, it prefers coral drop-offs and steep channel slopes from shallow waters around 5 meters down to 147 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 75 cm
What they eat
- small fishes
- crustaceans
Best baits
- small cut fish
- shrimp
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic lures
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- light jigging
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