Off the Hook: Peacock rockcod make a show
The peacock rockcod is also known as the peacock hind or blue-spotted grouper.
SOME very strong south-westerly winds made South Coast fishing rather difficult this weekend.
The currents were hectic so fishermen found it hard to get a bite.
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Shore fishing was also pretty bad with little to no luck for many who braced these conditions.
There were, however, a few good ones reeled in during the course of last week.
On boat Wotalotigot, skippered by Wikus van Kraayenburg, some great catches included white edge rockcod, soldierfish and a stunning peacock rockcod.
The peacock rockcod is also known as the peacock hind or blue-spotted grouper.
This fish is a member of the serranidae family which include sea basses, cods and groupers.
They’re found in East African waters to central pacific to northern Australia.
They’re usually spotted in small groups or are swimming alone in rocky coastal and outer reef locations.
Peacock rockcod also have the ability to change their colours.
COMPETITIONS
This year’s Umgeni Kayak Fishing Club’s Kayak Angling Festival will be held on May 4 and 5.
Visit www.ukfc.co.za to download entry forms.
For more info or queries on the entries, contact Jacques du Plessis at 083-6506406 or Jamie Wardell at 084-4050301.
You could also email ukfc11@gmail.com.
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