Hogfish

Lachnolaimus maximus

Also known as: hog snapper, hog wrasse,
captain, perro perro

Avg. Size: 1-4 lbs
Where: reefs, rocks
Fishing Methods: bottom
Rods: spinning, baitcast


Food Quality

Regulations: 12" to fork min. 5 per person per day.
Must remain whole until ashore.

 

Catch techniques:

Live shrimp, pieces of crab or lobster

 

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