SeaAj
Best months
January–December
Where
- Rocks
- Deep water
Best time
- Daytime
- Night
Usual size
25–45 cm
General guidance for the Mediterranean and the nearby Atlantic; local seasons can differ.
⚠️ Venomous spines
Never hold it bare-handed: use a towel or fish grip. If stung, soak the wound in water as hot as you can bear (without scalding) and see a doctor.
How to catch it
Methods
- Bottom fishing
Baits
- Squid
- Fish strips
- Shrimp
Lures
- Soft plastics
The angler's tip
Waits motionless on rocky bottoms and takes squid or fish strip readily. Venomous spines: hold it with a towel or grip and never by the back.
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
Scorpaena scrofa, the red scorpionfish, bigscale scorpionfish, large-scaled scorpion fish, or rascasse is a venomous marine species of ray-finned fish in the family Scorpaenidae, the scorpionfishes. It is found in the Mediterranean Sea, in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the western Indian Ocean.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to catch Red scorpionfish?
The best months are January–December. Best time of the day: Daytime, Night.
What bait or lure works for Red scorpionfish?
Squid, Fish strips, Shrimp · Soft plastics · Bottom fishing.
What is the legal minimum size of Red scorpionfish?
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.