Species guide
How to catch Brown moray
Gymnothorax unicolor

saltwatergame fishMuraenidae
The Brown moray is a saltwater eel-like predator known for inhabiting rocky and shadowed coastal areas. It hunts small crabs, gastropods, and fish. This species can reach up to one meter in length and is a popular target for anglers.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderate depths up to 20 meters along rocky coasts, rough sand, gravel, crevices, and small caves in the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions.
Typical size
Up to about 100 cm
What they eat
- small crabs
- gastropods
- small fish
Best baits
- small crab imitation bait
- shellfish bait
- cut fish pieces
Best lures
- soft plastic eel lures
- jigging jigs
- small crankbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- rock fishing
- bait fishing in crevices
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