Species guide
How to catch Swordspine snook
Centropomus ensiferus
freshwaterbrackishsaltwatergame fishCentropomidae
The Swordspine snook is a predatory fish with a streamlined body found in various water types. It is valued by anglers for sport due to its fighting ability. This species inhabits shallow to moderately deep waters across the Americas.
Where they live
Found in freshwater, brackish, and saltwater environments from North and South America including the Caribbean and Atlantic. Prefers waters up to about 22 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 36 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- macrofauna
Best baits
- small live fish
- shrimp
- artificial baitfish
Best lures
- soft plastic jerkbaits
- small diving plugs
- jigs
How to fish for them
- casting near structures
- bottom fishing
- using live bait under a float
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