Australian threadfin

Polydactylus multiradiatus

Family

Polynemidae

Max Length

21 cm

Max Weight

0.2 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater, mixed

Fishing Spots

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

Live Prawns
Extremely effective; use a running sinker rig.
Live Worms
Garden worms or beach worms work well.
Live Mullet
Small live mullet are a top choice for larger fish.
Yabbies
Another favourite; use a small hook.
Herring
Use as cut bait or live.

Artificial Lures

Halco Twisty 40gSpoon
Excellent for casting and retrieving.
Buy
Zerek Fish Trap 95mmVibe
Vibration attracts fish; cast and retrieve.
Buy
Rapala X-Rap 10Minnow
Jerkbait action triggers strikes.
Buy
Squidgy Pro Wrasse 80mmSoft Plastic
Rig on a jig head; slow retrieve.
Buy
Daiwa Bait Junkie Minnow 2.5"Soft Plastic
Great for imitating small baitfish
Buy

Techniques

Fish around structures like mangroves and rock bars during incoming and outgoing tides for best results.

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Where to Find Australian threadfin

Queensland, Australia1 spots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Australian threadfin?+

Popular baits for Australian threadfin include Live Prawns, Live Worms, Live Mullet, Yabbies, Herring. Tip: Fish around structures like mangroves and rock bars during incoming and outgoing tides for best results.

Where can I catch Australian threadfin?+

Australian threadfin can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Australian threadfin get?+

Australian threadfin (Polydactylus multiradiatus) can reach up to 20.9999993 cm in length and 0.2364 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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