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Blue cod

Parapercis colias

Family
Pinguipedidae
Max Length
45 cm
Max Weight
2.5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
28

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Pilchards

    Cut into chunks, very effective.

  • Squid

    Use whole or strips, tough bait.

  • Mussels

    Good berley and bait combo.

  • Crabs

    Small, soft crabs are excellent.

  • Prawns

    Peel them for better scent release.

Artificial Lures

  • Daiwa Saltiga SK Jig 40gJig

    Good for deeper water.

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  • Z-Man GrubZ 4"Soft Plastic

    Use with a jig head.

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  • Rapala X-Rap Magnum 10Trolling Lure

    Troll near reefs for best results.

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  • Shimano Lucanus Jig 60gJig

    Slow jigging action.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Nemesis 3"Soft Plastic

    Scent is a major advantage.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near rocky reefs and kelp forests, as blue cod are ambush predators.

Where to Find Blue cod

Wellington, New Zealand7 spotsCanterbury, New Zealand6 spotsOtago, New Zealand5 spotsMarlborough, New Zealand2 spotsTasman, New Zealand2 spotsHawke's Bay, New Zealand1 spotsWest Coast, New Zealand1 spotsWaikato, New Zealand1 spotsNelson, New Zealand1 spotsManawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Blue cod?+

Popular baits for Blue cod include Pilchards, Squid, Mussels, Crabs, Prawns. Tip: Fish near rocky reefs and kelp forests, as blue cod are ambush predators.

Where can I catch Blue cod?+

Blue cod can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Wellington, New Zealand; Canterbury, New Zealand; Otago, New Zealand. WikiCatch lists 28 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Blue cod get?+

Blue cod (Parapercis colias) can reach up to 44.9999988 cm in length and 2.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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