John Dory
Zeus faber
FR Saint-Pierre · ES San Pedro · PT Peixe-galo · IT Pesce San Pietro · DE Petersfisch
Also known as: DoryGalo-negroSan PedroSaint-PierrePetersfischPesce San PietroPeixe-galo
BenthicShoreBoat
Score
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Prime time
Daytime; dawn on reefs/wrecks.
Depth
0–150m
Platform
Shore & boat
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak Jun–AugGood May–Sep
Depth range
0–150mDeep
Best fishing techniques
Bottom fishing / ledgering60%
Vertical / shore jigging60%
Preferred seabed
Sand
Findr bio
Daylight stalker on reefs and wrecks (dawn's a winner). Bonus points if it's something lively...
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
Deep waterRocky shoreSandy beachShallow waterWreck reef
Recommended baits
Squid
Diet
Small fishHerringMackerelSquidShrimp
Effective techniques
SpinningJigging
Gear
Best times
DawnDay
That “thumbprint” mark? Legend says it’s St Peter’s own.
Field notes
Where to find them
Atlantic, Mediterranean
Where they hang out
Reefs/wrecks 20–150 m; occasional inshore. (shore accessible range)
Prime time
Daytime; dawn on reefs/wrecks.
Tide game
Low–moderate; ambushes around current seams.
What they're into
Livebaits/squid
Temperature vibe
Best in mild–warm settled periods.
Fave weather
Prefers calm/clear; big swell drives deeper/off the mark.
Fun fact about me
That “thumbprint” mark? Legend says it’s St Peter’s own.
Dinner material?
10/10Excellent eating
Play by the rules
Commercial species; recreational MLS/bag may apply.National marine fisheries (e.g., France OFB; Spain MAPA).
Looking after them
Least Concern