A silvery sargo with thin dark bars, a pointed snout and a black saddle on the tail base, found around rocky shores, harbour walls and breakwaters. Wary and hard to hook, which makes it a favourite of shore anglers.
Quick facts
Family
Sparidae (seabreams & porgies)
Scientific name
Diplodus puntazzo
Typical size
20–45 cm
Record weight
up to ~1.5 kg
Depth
1–150 m
Status
✓ Common
Habitat
Rocky shores, breakwaters and harbour walls
How to catch it
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Where
Rocky shores, breakwaters and harbour walls
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When
or light leger tight to rocks and structure
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Technique
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Rig & gear
Light or , fine and small sharp hooks; with mashed bread.
Bait
⭐ Best bet
Peeled shrimp or ragworm on light tackle, over a steady trickle of bread on sand-and-rock.
