Fish ID

John McKroid

I saw some birds working on bait on the top of the third reef in about 75ft of water.  The sabiki rig did not make it to the bottom before this fish hit it.  

Does anyone know what it is?

conchydong

Looks like a Sand Perch to me John.

John McKroid

conchydong said:

Looks like a Sand Perch to me John.

Ditto, now that I know what a Sand Perch looks like.  Two other forums confirmed the same.  Thanks Scott.

abovebored

 Those little fish give up thick little fillets of some of the most premium meat you'll ever eat.

lemaymiami

Not bad grouper bait either... 

MtgMama

Grouper candy! Sweetest meat there is as well!