- Plectropomus leopardus
Overview[]
http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc111/swampytom/RIMG0011.jpg Coral Trout can be taken on inshore coral reefs. They are renowned as an excellent table fish with sweet white flesh.
Tackle[]
Strong leader is required to prevent them busting you on the reef. The above specimen was taken with 60lb hard FC held up against the sharp coral.
Techniques[]
Trolled hard bodies and soft plastics will fool coral trout.