Species guide
How to catch Red hind
Epinephelus guttatus
saltwatergame fishEpinephelidae
The Red hind is a robust grouper species found in shallow reefs and rocky bottoms. It is a carnivorous predator feeding primarily on crabs, shrimps, lobsters, various reef fishes, and octopus. Known also as Deady or Lucky grouper, it is popular among game fishers.
Where they live
Inhabits shallow reefs and rocky areas up to 100 meters deep in the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and western Atlantic. Commonly associated with seagrass beds.
Typical size
Up to about 76 cm
What they eat
- crabs
- shrimp
- lobsters
- reef fishes
- octopus
Best baits
- crab
- shrimp
- small fish
- octopus chunks
Best lures
- soft plastic crustacean imitations
- jigs
- live bait rigs
- popping plugs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- bait fishing near reefs
- casting around rocky structures
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