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Striped trumpeter

Latris lineata

Striped trumpeter (Latris lineata)

Photo: IMAS / www.nespmarine.edu.au/ · CC BY 3.0

Depthbetween 20 and 60 m
Habitatrocky bottoms
DifficultyMedium

The Striped trumpeter (Latris lineata) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents rocky bottoms and is found between 20 and 60 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is usually solitary, 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: usually solitary.

Minimum legal size by zone

ZoneMinimum size
Tasmania50 cm

Where to catch it

Other names

Trompetero rayado (es)

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum legal size for Striped trumpeter?

It depends on the area. For example, Tasmania: 50 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.

At what depth is Striped trumpeter found?

Usually between 20 and 60 m, mostly over rocky bottoms.

Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?

Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also usually solitary. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.

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