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Blue-throated wrasse
Notolabrus tetricus
Overview
The blue-throated wrasse, also known as the bluehead, bluehead parrotfish, bluenose, bluenose parrotfish, bluethroat parrotfish, blue-throat wrasse, kelpie, lilac banded parrotfish, rocky bream, rocky cod, rotfish or winter bream, is a species of marine ray-finned fish from the family Labridae, the wrasses. It is found in the Indian and Pacific Ocean off the south-eastern coasts of Australia.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Prawns
Use fresh or frozen prawns; a wrasse favorite.
- Squid
Cut squid into small pieces; very effective.
- Mussels
Use whole or half mussels; crush slightly to release scent.
- Crabs
Small shore crabs are readily taken.
- Worms
Beach worms and bloodworms work well.
Artificial Lures
- Daiwa Bait Junkie Minnow 2.5"Soft PlasticBuy
Rig on a jighead for best results.
- Halco Twisty 40gSpoonBuy
Cast and retrieve quickly.
- Ecogear ZX40VibrationBuy
Vertical jigging or slow retrieves work.
- Rapala X-Rap 10MinnowBuy
Twitch-pause retrieve is very effective.
- Gulp! Sandworm 2"Soft PlasticBuy
Try on a small jig head.
Techniques
Blue-throated wrasse are often found around rocky reefs and weed beds, so target these areas with your bait or lure, and use berley to attract them.
Where to Find Blue-throated wrasse
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Blue-throated wrasse?+
Popular baits for Blue-throated wrasse include Prawns, Squid, Mussels, Crabs, Worms. Tip: Blue-throated wrasse are often found around rocky reefs and weed beds, so target these areas with your bait or lure, and use berley to attract them.
Where can I catch Blue-throated wrasse?+
Blue-throated wrasse can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Tasmania, Australia; South Australia, Australia; Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 32 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Blue-throated wrasse get?+
Blue-throated wrasse (Notolabrus tetricus) can reach up to 50 cm in length and 4.0435 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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