Bighead Searobin Videos

Species - Bighead Searobin

Scientific Name - (Prionotus tribulus)

Physical Description - Several Searobin species might be seen, but only an odd one of any species turns up on the hooks of Florida anglers. All have hard, spiny and usually pointed heads, and get their name from the large and wing-like pectoral fins. The color is brown or tan, with darker blotches. Most are a foot or less.

Range - All Florida coasts, sometimes close to shore. In the Bahamas and Caribbean, the odd catch comes from deep water.

Habitat - Prefers soft or muddy bottom.

Spawning Habits - N/A.

Food Usage/Selection - The fillets are quite good but difficult to collect, besides which, most people are turned off by the Searobin's grotesque appearance.

Sporting Qualities - None.

1. Notes
2. Usually taken accidentally by bottom fishermen on small cut baits.