Fishing for Pacific goliath grouper

Epinephelus quinquefasciatus

The Pacific goliath grouper is a large marine fish known for its robust body and mottled brown and yellow pattern. It inhabits rocky reefs and mangroves in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This species can grow up to 98 inches and weigh over 800 pounds. It primarily feeds on crustaceans and fish, displaying a solitary and territorial behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Data deficient

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Pacific goliath grouper

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96 in · 1000 lb

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56 in · 120 lb

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South Spreader Waterway

17 in · 5 lb

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Lago Sebastião

16 in · 1000 lb

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Sarasota County Coast

80 in · 800 lb

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67 in · 677 lb

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98 in · 680 lb

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