Saltwater
Salema
Sarpa salpa
Hebrew name: ספסל
- Peak season
- Spring and Summer (April-September)
- Length range
- 10–40 cm
- Weight range
- 0.1–1.5 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–20 m
Habitat
Rocky coastlines and seagrass meadows in shallow water at 1-20 m depth. Schools near the surface along vegetated shores.
Behavior
Herbivorous grazer that feeds primarily on seagrass and algae. Schools in large numbers near rocky shores. Known for hallucinogenic properties if eaten.
Best techniques
- Float fishing with bread or dough
- Light tackle with small pieces of seaweed bait
- Small hooks with bread paste
- Sabiki rigs
