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Agujon needlefish

Tylosurus acus acus

Family
Belonidae
Max Length
153 cm
Max Weight
3.7 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
18

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Excellent for enticing strikes.

  • Small Live Fish

    Mullet or pilchards work well.

  • Cut Bait (Squid or Fish)

    Effective when drifted.

  • Sand Eels

    A natural food source, very effective.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1148Minnow Plug

    A classic needlefish lure.

    Buy
  • Rapala X-Rap 10Suspending Jerkbait

    Erratic retrieve triggers strikes.

    Buy
  • Got-Cha PlugTube Lure

    Cast and retrieve quickly.

    Buy
  • Spoon LureSpoon

    Silver or gold spoons are effective.

    Buy
  • Bucktail JigJig

    White or chartreuse bucktails work.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a wire leader when targeting agujon needlefish due to their sharp teeth; a fast retrieve is often key to triggering strikes.

Where to Find Agujon needlefish

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Agujon needlefish?+

Popular baits for Agujon needlefish include Live Shrimp, Small Live Fish, Cut Bait (Squid or Fish), Sand Eels, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1148. Tip: Use a wire leader when targeting agujon needlefish due to their sharp teeth; a fast retrieve is often key to triggering strikes.

Where can I catch Agujon needlefish?+

Agujon needlefish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Coclé, Panama; Pará, Brazil; Chocó, Colombia. WikiCatch lists 18 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Agujon needlefish get?+

Agujon needlefish (Tylosurus acus acus) can reach up to 152.999997 cm in length and 3.7 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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