Species guide
How to catch Spotted grouper
Epinephelus analogus
The Spotted grouper is a strong and sought-after saltwater predator known for its distinctive spotted appearance. Commonly called Cabrilla or Rock bass, it hunts small marine creatures near rocky reefs. It can grow to impressive sizes, making it a prized catch for anglers.
Where they live
Found in the Pacific Ocean, Spotted groupers inhabit shallow waters down to about 50 meters, often around rocky bottoms and reefs. They are widely distributed in saltwater regions within this range.
Typical size
Up to about 114 cm
What they eat
- small crustaceans
- macrofauna
- Pleuroncodes planipes
Best baits
- live shrimp
- small fish
- crustacean imitations
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic lures
- sinking plugs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- casting near rocky structures
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