Species guide
How to catch Largescale fat snook
Centropomus mexicanus
brackishsaltwatergame fishCentropomidae
The largescale fat snook is a predatory fish found in brackish and saltwater environments. It inhabits river mouths and shallow coastal areas where it hunts small fish and crustaceans. This species is valued by anglers for its fighting ability and is found in the Atlantic and Caribbean regions.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater near river mouths and coastal littoral zones in the Atlantic and Caribbean areas of North America.
Typical size
Up to about 48 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
Best baits
- small fish baits
- shrimp
- crustacean-based baits
Best lures
- soft plastic jerkbaits
- small plugs
- jigs
How to fish for them
- casting near river mouths
- light spinning gear
- shore fishing
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