Species guide
How to catch Trumpet emperor
Lethrinus miniatus
brackishsaltwatergame fishLethrinidae
The Trumpet emperor is a predatory reef fish commonly found in small schools. It is known for its selective feeding habits, mainly hunting various small marine animals among coral reefs. Juveniles inhabit shallow seagrass beds before moving to deeper reef areas as they grow.
Where they live
Inhabits coral reefs and adjacent sand and rubble zones from shallow waters around 5 meters to depths of about 30 meters across the Pacific and Indian Oceans, including brackish areas.
Typical size
Up to about 90 cm
What they eat
- small finfish
- crustaceans
- mollusks
- sand dollars
- crown-of-thorns starfish
Best baits
- pieces of fish
- shrimp
- squid
Best lures
- soft plastic jigs
- metal spoons
- small hard-bodied minnows
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing near reefs
- drift fishing over sandy patches
- light jigging
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