Species guide
How to catch Lesser amberjack
Seriola fasciata
The Lesser amberjack is a medium-sized saltwater gamefish known for its sleek, fusiform body and strong swimming ability. It hunts actively near the ocean bottom and midwaters, preying on fish and cephalopods. This species is prized by anglers for its fighting spirit and is found in the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions.
Where they live
Lesser amberjack inhabit benthopelagic zones from about 55 to 350 meters deep in Atlantic and Mediterranean saltwaters. They frequent both midwater and near-bottom habitats.
Typical size
Up to about 68 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- squid
- octopus
Best baits
- cut fish
- squid strips
- live baitfish
Best lures
- jigs
- metal spoons
- soft plastic swimbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- trolling
- jigging
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