Species guide
How to catch Largescale blackfish
Girella punctata
saltwatergame fishGirellidae
The largescale blackfish is a saltwater species known for its short, deep body and distinctive spotted appearance. It inhabits rocky coastal reefs and juveniles often shelter among drifting seaweed. This species grazes primarily on algae and small marine invertebrates.
Where they live
Found along rocky reefs in coastal Pacific waters. Juveniles tend to associate with drifting seaweed near shore.
Typical size
Up to about 50 cm
What they eat
- algae
- small crustaceans
- worms
Best baits
- pieces of seaweed
- shrimp
- worms
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- jigs
- small spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light jigging
- float fishing near reefs
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