Species guide
How to catch Bullseye puffer
Sphoeroides annulatus
brackishsaltwaterTetraodontidae
The Bullseye puffer is a small, short-bodied fish known for its ability to make a loud grating noise. It inhabits soft bottom areas and estuaries, with juveniles commonly found in brackish waters. This species is not typically targeted by anglers.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderate depths (10-60 meters) on soft bottoms, including estuaries and coastal brackish and saltwater regions in the Pacific near North America.
Typical size
Up to about 44 cm
What they eat
- small crabs
- barnacles
- oysters
- gastropods
- isopods
- mangrove root bark
Best baits
- small crab
- pieces of shellfish
- shrimp
Best lures
- soft plastic grub
- small jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light tackle casting
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