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The spotted sand bass, Paralabrax maculatofasciatus, is a coastal marine fish known for its distinctive spotted and striped pattern. Commonly found in the eastern Pacific, particularly in shallow, sandy habitats, this species is highly regarded by anglers for its aggressive strikes and resilience.
30 paź 2022 · Learn everything you need to know about the spotted sand bass (bay bass) with our fish species guide! Find out the best baits, methods, locations, and more! Pound-for-pound, spotted sand bass are excellent fighters that readily take well-presented baits and lures.
10 sie 2023 · Comments: In the “don’t know why category.” it’s reported that spotted bass in the Anaheim and Newport Bays reach the legal 12-inch size in 2-3 years. However, the spotties typically can take up to 8 years to reach legal size in San Diego Bay.
6 cze 2023 · Most spotties that are caught during this season are between 12 to 13 inches in length and can be found 200 feet under the surface. This fish can be caught year-round, but it will be elusive during other months, even if you fish out on the open water.
11 mar 2013 · A spotted sand bass from the Coronado Ferry Landing Pier in 2004. Comments: In the “don’t know why category.” it’s reported that spotted bass in the Anaheim and Newport Bays reach the legal 12-inch size in 2-3 years. However, the spotties typically can take up to 8 years to reach legal size in San Diego Bay.
The spotted bay bass (Paralabrax maculatofasciatus) is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a sea bass from the subfamily Serraninae, classified as part of the family Serranidae which includes the groupers and anthias. It is found in the central eastern Pacific Ocean.
Spotted sand bass can be found from the surface and intertidal zone to 90 meters (m) (295 feet (ft)). Adults and juveniles occupy shallow harbors, bays, estuaries, and lagoons characterized by warm water, mud or sand bottom, and the presence of eelgrass and rock relief (Allen et al. 1995).
