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Belanger's croaker

Johnius belangerii

Family
Sciaenidae
Max Length
30 cm
Max Weight
0.8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
2

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Shrimp

    Effective, readily available, use small to medium size.

  • Bloodworms

    Excellent for attracting fish, but fragile.

  • Squid

    Cut into strips, durable, good scent.

  • Small Fish

    Pilchards, whitebait, used whole or cut pieces.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented, great for imitating worms, fish slowly.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147-GBLCrankbait

    Good action, use in clear water, slow retrieve.

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  • Daiwa Silver Creek SpinnerSpinner

    Flashy, good for murky water, vary retrieve speed.

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  • Strike King Redfish MagicSoft Plastic

    Paddle tail for vibration and attraction

    Buy

Techniques

Belanger's croaker often feed near the bottom; use a Carolina rig or a jig head to present your bait effectively.

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Where to Find Belanger's croaker

Johor, Malaysia2 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Belanger's croaker?+

Popular baits for Belanger's croaker include Shrimp, Bloodworms, Squid, Small Fish, Berkley Gulp! Sandworm. Tip: Belanger's croaker often feed near the bottom; use a Carolina rig or a jig head to present your bait effectively.

Where can I catch Belanger's croaker?+

Belanger's croaker can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Johor, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Belanger's croaker get?+

Belanger's croaker (Johnius belangerii) can reach up to 30.0000012 cm in length and 0.7597 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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