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Bludger

Carangoides gymnostethus

Family
Carangidae
Max Length
90 cm
Max Weight
14.5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
20

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Pilchards

    Use whole or cut into chunks, excellent scent trail.

  • Prawns

    Effective both live and dead, great all-rounder.

  • Small Squid

    A prime bait, especially for larger specimens.

  • Herring

    Good for trolling or soaking on the bottom.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Laser Pro 190Trolling Minnow

    Durable and effective at high speeds.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait

    Good for casting and retrieving deep.

    Buy
  • Shimano Coltsniper Fall Jig 40gJig

    Versatile for jigging and casting.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Saltiga Slider 140FStickbait

    Topwater action can entice strikes.

    Buy

Techniques

Target areas with current and structure, like reefs and drop-offs, and use a wire trace to prevent bite-offs when toothy predators are around.

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Where to Find Bludger

New South Wales, Australia12 spotsQueensland, Australia6 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Bludger?+

Popular baits for Bludger include Pilchards, Prawns, Small Squid, Herring, Halco Laser Pro 190. Tip: Target areas with current and structure, like reefs and drop-offs, and use a wire trace to prevent bite-offs when toothy predators are around.

Where can I catch Bludger?+

Bludger can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New South Wales, Australia; Queensland, Australia. WikiCatch lists 20 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Bludger get?+

Bludger (Carangoides gymnostethus) can reach up to 89.99999761581421 cm in length and 14.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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