I captured this poor Corkwing Wrasse that was host to a fairly large Anilocra parasite – a type of isopod. Was able to carefully remove the parasite and release the fish.
Wrasse
A core fish-family amongst genuine UK ‘rockfish’ are the wrasse. In the UK we have 5 species of wrasse to target with light rock fishing (LRF) tactics; Ballan Wrasse, Cuckoo Wrasse, Corkwing Wrasse, Goldsinny Wrasse and the Rock Cook. The Ballan being the largest species. Each wrasse species has its preferences – both habitat and prey items. The following articles will hopefully help in terms of fish identification, suitable techniques and the best lures for each species.
Nano Metal Wrasse
With so much fry around, ‘nano metals’ are working well locally. This little Ballan took a shine to the tiny 3.5g Shimano Soare TG Ace.
LRF Cuckoo Wrasse
We had a dozen or so Cuckoo Wrasse from the boat last weekend. Both male and female fish. Their bizarre colour-schemes make them a super interesting catch. A great LRF target. Particularly aggressive.
My First Baillons Wrasse
My first Baillon’s Wrasse by any method. And what a stunning little fellow he is close-up.
Corkwing on Metal
Hugely satisfying and a big points score. Corkwing on metal. Tuned 2g Reins Palpuntin jig.
CLFoff Tour
With the Cornish Lure Festival cancelled for 2017, Dan, Chris and myself decided to fish it anyway! And so we began our lure-only species hunt around Cornwall for a few days.
Goldsinny Wrasse on Metal
Okay, maybe more luck than judgement in over 60 feet of water, but Goldsinny-on-a-metal is still a good one to tick off!