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Spotted grunter
Pomadasys commersonnii
Photo: Craig Thom · CC BY-SA 3.0
Knowing the Spotted grunter (Pomadasys commersonnii) well helps you decide where and when to dive for it. It usually frequents estuaries and river mouths and is found between 0 and 15 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is wary, hard to get close to, which shapes how to approach it.
It takes some technique and knowing its behaviour. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: wary, hard to get close to.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 40 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Roncador moteado (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Spotted grunter?
It depends on the area. For example, South Africa: 40 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Spotted grunter found?
Usually between 0 and 15 m, mostly over estuaries and river mouths.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also wary, hard to get close to. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
Log it in Apnaut
Add this species to your collection, log your catches with their size and check the legal minimum for your area, all from your phone.
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