Bowtie damselfish
Neoglyphidodon melas
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Small Crustaceans
Shrimp, crabs, amphipods; readily accepted.
- Worms
Bloodworms or marine worms are effective.
- Mussels
Chop into small pieces for chum and hook bait.
- Squid
Small pieces, very attractive to damselfish.
- Clams
Use the meat from small clams.
Artificial Lures
- Berkley Gulp! Alive! CrabbySoft PlasticBuy
Scent and action drive strikes.
- Daiwa Chinook S 7gSpoonBuy
Small, flashy spoon is highly effective.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7CrankbaitBuy
Small minnow profile mimics prey.
- Mepps Aglia #0SpinnerBuy
Small size, shiny blade is very tempting.
- Tiemco Soft Shell CicadaFlyBuy
Damselfish strike surface lures!
Techniques
Use small hooks (size 10-14) and light line (4-6 lb test) when targeting Bowtie damselfish, as they have small mouths.
Where to Find Bowtie damselfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Bowtie damselfish?+
Popular baits for Bowtie damselfish include Small Crustaceans, Worms, Mussels, Squid, Clams. Tip: Use small hooks (size 10-14) and light line (4-6 lb test) when targeting Bowtie damselfish, as they have small mouths.
Where can I catch Bowtie damselfish?+
Bowtie damselfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Pahang, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Bowtie damselfish get?+
Bowtie damselfish (Neoglyphidodon melas) can reach up to 18.000000699999998 cm in length and 0.1427 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.