Best months
January–December
Where
- Rocks
- Seagrass
- Deep water
Best time
- Daytime
Usual size
15–25 cm
General guidance for the Mediterranean and the nearby Atlantic; local seasons can differ.
How to catch it
Methods
- Bottom fishing
- Spinning (lures)
Baits
- Shrimp
- Sea worms
- Squid
Lures
- Soft plastics
The angler's tip
A greedy little predator of rocks and weed: almost any small bait on the bottom, or a tiny soft lure hopped along the rocks.
Easily confused with
Legal minimum size
We have no verified rule for your country yet. Check your local fisheries authority before keeping any fish.
About this fish
The comber is a species of marine ray-finned fish from the family Serranidae, the sea basses. It is widely distributed in the eastern North and South Atlantic Oceans and into the southwestern Indian Ocean. It is caught for food and fishmeal in some parts of its range.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to catch Comber?
The best months are January–December. Best time of the day: Daytime.
What bait or lure works for Comber?
Shrimp, Sea worms, Squid · Soft plastics · Bottom fishing, Spinning (lures).
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.
