Species guide
How to catch Blue runner
Caranx crysos
brackishsaltwatergame fishCarangidae
The Blue runner is a fast, schooling fish commonly found near coasts. Juveniles often associate with floating seaweed mats. It is a predatory fish feeding on smaller fish and various invertebrates.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater environments from shallow coastal areas down to about 100 meters deep, throughout the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions. Juveniles frequent floating seaweed like Sargassum.
Typical size
Up to about 70 cm
What they eat
- small fishes
- shrimps
- crabs
- benthic invertebrates
- planktonic invertebrates
Best baits
- shrimp
- small fish chunks
- crabs
Best lures
- small jigs
- metal spoons
- surface plugs
How to fish for them
- casting from shore
- boat trolling
- bottom fishing near reefs
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