Species guide
How to catch Silver-cheeked toadfish
Lagocephalus sceleratus
The Silver-cheeked toadfish is a large, robust pufferfish known for its silvery cheeks and formidable size. It inhabits offshore reefs and sandy seafloors, where it hunts benthic invertebrates. Though not a game fish, it is an impressive species found across multiple oceans.
Where they live
Found in saltwater offshore reefs and sandy benthic areas from shallow depths around 18 meters down to 100 meters. Distributed widely across the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian Ocean, and Mediterranean Sea.
Typical size
Up to about 110 cm
What they eat
- benthic invertebrates
- small fish
- squid species
- shrimp and crustaceans
Best baits
- small cut fish
- shrimp
- squid pieces
Best lures
- soft plastic lures imitating small fish or squid
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- fjord or reef fishing
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