SeaAj
Best months
October–April
Where
- Rocks
Best time
- Dawn
- Daytime
- Dusk
Conditions
- Some swell, white water
Usual size
20–40 cm
General guidance for the Mediterranean and the nearby Atlantic; local seasons can differ.
How to catch it
Methods
- Float
- Bottom fishing
Baits
- Mussel
- Crab
- Shrimp
- Sea worms
The angler's tip
Loves white water against the rocks: a mussel or small crab on a light float rig right by the wall, after a blow.
Easily confused with
- White seabreamDiplodus sargus
- Common two-banded seabreamDiplodus vulgaris
- Zebra seabreamDiplodus cervinus
- Annular seabreamDiplodus annularis
Legal minimum size
| Country | Minimum size | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | ≥ 20 cm | Source Checked 2026-10-25 |
Rules change. Check the official source before you keep a fish; this table is not legal advice.
About this fish
Diplodus puntazzo, the sharpsnout seabream, sheephead bream or puntazzo, is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sparidae, which includes the seabreams and porgies. This species is found in the Eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean and Black Seas. This omnivorous fish is an important species for aquaculture and fisheries, despite the flesh not being highly esteemed.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to catch Sharpsnout seabream?
The best months are October–April. Best time of the day: Dawn, Daytime, Dusk.
What bait or lure works for Sharpsnout seabream?
Mussel, Crab, Shrimp, Sea worms · Float, Bottom fishing.
What is the legal minimum size of Sharpsnout seabream?
Morocco: 20 cm.
Related species
These are estimates, not guarantees. Always look at the sea yourself before going out, do not go alone and wear a life jacket.