Species guide
How to catch East Atlantic peacock wrasse
Symphodus tinca
brackishsaltwatergame fishLabridae
The East Atlantic peacock wrasse is a colorful fish known for its striking appearance and social behavior. Males build seaweed nests where females spawn. It feeds on various small marine creatures near rocky and eel-grass habitats.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderately deep coastal waters up to 50 meters, mainly near rocks and eel-grass beds in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. It frequents brackish and salty lagoons and forms groups.
Typical size
Up to about 44 cm
What they eat
- sea urchins
- brittle stars
- bivalves
- shrimps
- crabs
Best baits
- small crabs
- shrimp baits
- clam pieces
Best lures
- small soft plastic lures
- jigs
- colorful spoons
How to fish for them
- light spinning
- bottom fishing
- lure casting
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