Species guide

How to catch Spotty-bellied greenling

Hexagrammos agrammus

Stylized 2D illustration of Spotty-bellied greenling
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The Spotty-bellied greenling is a small, predatory saltwater fish commonly found in Pacific coastal regions. It has a fusiform body shape and reaches up to 30 cm in length. This species actively hunts for macrofauna in its habitat.

Where they live

Found in Pacific saltwater environments, the Spotty-bellied greenling inhabits coastal marine areas where it preys on smaller creatures.

Typical size

Up to about 30 cm

What they eat

  • small crustaceans
  • marine worms
  • tiny fish

Best baits

  • shrimp
  • small pieces of fish
  • marine worms

Best lures

  • small jigs
  • soft plastic lures
  • tiny spoons

How to fish for them

  • light spinning tackle
  • bottom fishing
  • float fishing

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