Species guide
How to catch Marbled plunderfish
Pogonophryne marmorata
saltwaterArtedidraconidae
The marbled plunderfish is a small saltwater predator found in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. It has an elongated body and feeds on small crustaceans depending on its size. This species typically grows up to 21 cm in length and weighs up to 131 grams.
Where they live
Found in deep waters ranging from 140 to 1405 meters in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Prefers cold, deep marine environments.
Typical size
Up to about 21 cm
What they eat
- gammaridean amphipods
- mysids
- isopods
Best baits
- small crustacean baits
- shrimp-like bait
Best lures
- small deep-water jigs
- soft plastic lures
How to fish for them
- deep-water jigging
- bottom fishing
Track every Marbled plunderfish you catch.
Bobbr turns each catch into a species collection, quests, and streaks. We're building it now — join the iOS waitlist for $19 lifetime founding access.
Claim founding access