Red Porgy (Pagrus pagrus) — sea-fishing target species photographed in marine habitat

Red Porgy

Pagrus pagrus

Also known as: Red Seabream, red sea bream, Common Seabream, Couch's bream, bocinegro, rubiel (ast), besugo (arg), Pargo común (rubiel), Pagre, Pagro

Quick answer

Best fished in coastal/nearshore areas during seasonal peaks. Use Peeler Crab and prefer shore/boat tactics listed below.

How to fish for Red Porgy

Top techniques

  • Bottom fishing / ledgering

Recommended bait

Peeler Crab, Mussel

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