Species guide
How to catch Yellowfin snook
Centropomus robalito
brackishsaltwatergame fishCentropomidae
The Yellowfin snook is a smaller species of snook known for its yellow fins and sleek body. It inhabits estuaries and can venture into freshwater up to 50 meters elevation. This fish is a popular target for anglers due to its fighting ability and tasty flesh.
Where they live
Found mainly in brackish estuaries but also enters freshwater areas up to 50 meters elevation along North American Pacific coasts.
Typical size
Up to about 37 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- mollusks
Best baits
- live fish bait
- shrimp
- crab
Best lures
- soft plastic jerkbaits
- small diving plugs
- spoons
How to fish for them
- bait fishing
- casting lures
- light spinning tackle
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