Species guide
How to catch Striped searobin
Prionotus evolans
brackishsaltwatergame fishTriglidae
The striped searobin is a distinctive bottom-dwelling fish found along the Atlantic coast of North America. It has a fusiform body shape and is known for its armored head and bright pectoral fins. This species is a predator that feeds mainly on crustaceans and smaller fishes.
Where they live
Found mainly on sandy bottoms from inshore estuaries down to 180 meters deep, occasionally over reefs in brackish and saltwater environments along the Atlantic coast of North America.
Typical size
Up to about 45 cm
What they eat
- crustaceans
- small fish
- marine plant matter
Best baits
- shrimp
- small baitfish
- crab
Best lures
- soft plastic grub
- small jigs
- bottom bouncers
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing over sand bottoms
- using bait rigs near estuaries
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