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Blue weed whiting
Haletta semifasciata
Overview
The blue weed whiting is a species of ray-finned fish, a weed whiting from the family Labridae, which is endemic to Australia where it is only found along the southern coast. It is found in brackish and marine waters in sheltered locations at depths of from 1 to 7 metres. This species inhabits areas with a substrate of sand with beds of seagrass where it feeds on small invertebrates and algae and the seagrasses themselves. This species grows to a length of 29 centimetres (11 in) SL. It is of minor importance to local commercial fisheries. This species is the only known member of its genus.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Beach worms
Very effective, especially in sandy areas.
- Squid
Cut into small pieces, very versatile.
- Prawns
Peel before using; Weed Whiting love them.
- Mussels
Use small pieces; good for berleying.
- Crab
Small soft shell crabs are great bait
Artificial Lures
- Daiwa Gekka Bijin Swim ShadSoft PlasticBuy
Slow retrieve along the bottom.
- Ecogear ZX40 BladeBladeBuy
Great for deeper water weed whiting.
- Mepps Aglia #0SpinnerBuy
Small spinner for clear water.
- Rapala X-Rap 04MinnowBuy
Twitch it to imitate a fleeing baitfish.
- Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Scented, highly effective.
Techniques
Use a light line and small hooks for weed whiting as they have small mouths and are easily spooked.
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Where to Find Blue weed whiting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Blue weed whiting?+
Popular baits for Blue weed whiting include Beach worms, Squid, Prawns, Mussels, Crab. Tip: Use a light line and small hooks for weed whiting as they have small mouths and are easily spooked.
Where can I catch Blue weed whiting?+
Blue weed whiting can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Victoria, Australia; Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Blue weed whiting get?+
Blue weed whiting (Haletta semifasciata) can reach up to 28.999999165534973 cm in length and 0.6799 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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