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Blackbarred halfbeak

Hemiramphus far

Family
Hemiramphidae
Max Length
45 cm
Max Weight
2.9 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
2

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Prawns

    Excellent all-around bait.

  • Shrimp Pieces

    Use fresh or frozen.

  • Small Worms

    Earthworms or bloodworms work well.

  • Bread

    Can be used as a chum or bait.

  • Maggots

    Effective, especially in freshwater areas.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala Ultra Light Minnow 04Minnow

    Small profile mimics small baitfish.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SMinnow

    Sinking minnow for deeper water.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri L-Minnow 44Minnow

    Versatile for cast and retrieve.

    Buy
  • Mepps Aglia MicroSpinner

    Small spinners attract attention.

    Buy
  • Heddon Tiny TorpedoTopwater

    Effective topwater lure in calmer waters

    Buy

Techniques

Use light tackle and small hooks, and cast near the surface where they feed on insects and small organisms.

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Where to Find Blackbarred halfbeak

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Blackbarred halfbeak?+

Popular baits for Blackbarred halfbeak include Small Prawns, Shrimp Pieces, Small Worms, Bread, Maggots. Tip: Use light tackle and small hooks, and cast near the surface where they feed on insects and small organisms.

Where can I catch Blackbarred halfbeak?+

Blackbarred halfbeak can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia; Tasmania, Australia. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Blackbarred halfbeak get?+

Blackbarred halfbeak (Hemiramphus far) can reach up to 44.999998807907104 cm in length and 2.8641 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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