Updated October 15, 2026
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    Mole Crab (Sand Flea)

    Imitates sand crab (Emerita)

    Sand crab imitation for surf-zone stripers and pompano.

    Buy at Amazon

    Hook sizes

    #4#6#8

    in tan, gray

    Type
    nymph
    Imitates
    Sand crab (Emerita)
    Difficulty
    intermediate
    Technique
    dead-drift
    Water
    saltwater surf

    When to fish it

    Fall surf season for migrating stripers.

    Catches

    Where to buy

    Amazon→

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