Species guide
How to catch Honeycomb cowfish
Acanthostracion polygonium
saltwaterOstraciidae
The honeycomb cowfish is a uniquely shaped, armor-plated fish found near coral reefs. It has a distinctive honeycomb-like pattern and feeds on small invertebrates. This species is generally uncommon and cautious around divers and anglers.
Where they live
Inhabits clear, tropical coral reef waters from shallow depths around 3 meters down to 80 meters, primarily in the Atlantic including the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico.
Typical size
Up to about 50 cm
What they eat
- sponges
- soft corals (alcyonarians)
- tunicates
- shrimp
Best baits
- small shrimp
- marine worm
Best lures
- small jig
- soft plastic shrimp imitation
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light tackle fishing
- bait casting near reefs
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