Spanish Jack
Elagatis bipinnulata
Jack
DUPLICATE — This species is the same as #301 Rainbow Runner. Refer to that record for full description, photos, and angling details.
San Diego Catch by Month
Spanish Jack caught per month
2026Range
Eastern Pacific Ocean — from Baja California south through Central America and down to Peru. Found in nearshore coastal waters, around offshore islands, and over rocky reefs in warm tropical and subtropical water. A medium-sized jack common in the Gulf of California and along the Pacific coast of Mexico and Central America.
How to Catch Spanish Jack
Equipment
68°F–80°F. Found in warm nearshore tropical water of the Eastern Pacific. A schooling, aggressive predator found near rocky structure and in open coastal water.
Tackle & Bait
Best Lures:
Small to medium poppers produce strikes. Chrome spoons and jigs work well. Any flashy fast-moving lure in a feeding school produces strikes.
Best Baits:
Live small fish are excellent. Small live crabs work near rocky structure. Fresh squid produces consistent results.
Small to medium poppers produce strikes. Chrome spoons and jigs work well. Any flashy fast-moving lure in a feeding school produces strikes.
Best Baits:
Live small fish are excellent. Small live crabs work near rocky structure. Fresh squid produces consistent results.
Game Qualities
Typically 5–15 lbs. Maximum approximately 25 lbs. World record: 8 lbs 9 oz. A streamlined, powerful jack with excellent fighting ability. Good eating — firm, white meat typical of the jack family.
Taxonomy
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