Goldlined Seabream

The goldlined seabream, Rhabdosargus sarba, is a coastal marine fish found in the Indo-West Pacific region. It features a silver body with distinct gold lines. This species frequents estuaries and rocky shorelines and is popular among anglers for its sporting qualities and availability in diverse habitats.
Length~45 (max 80)
Weight~1 (max 12)
WaterSalt
Water Temp20-29° F
Depth60 ft
- Other namesSilver bream, Tarwhine, Yellowfin bream
- Length~45 (max 80)
- Weight~1 (max 12)
- WaterSalt
- Water Temp20-29° F
- Depth60 ft
Popular lures for Goldlined Seabream
Regulation for Goldlined Seabream
- SeasonAlways open
- Bag limit10
- Vessel limit-
- Trophy limits-
- Max size-
- Min size25 cm
- MeasurementTotal length
- Prohibited methods-
Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Goldlined seabream inhabit coastal waters, often entering estuaries
- They are commonly found in shallow waters and rocky pools
- Juveniles prefer estuaries and move to deeper waters as they mature
- Their diet includes benthic invertebrates and aquatic plants
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Typically, sexes are separate, but some individuals may change sex depending on the region
- Spawning occurs in warmer waters, often near estuaries and coastal regions
- Eggs hatch into larvae that remain in sheltered areas before moving to deeper waters
- Adults can be solitary or form small schools, feeding primarily on mollusks and other benthic organisms