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Breaksea cod

Epinephelides armatus

Family
Serranidae
Max Length
56 cm
Max Weight
5.9 kg
IUCN Status
NT
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
7

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Pilchards

    Highly effective, especially when cubed or whole.

  • Squid

    Tough and enticing, good for bottom fishing.

  • Herring

    Oily and attractive, use whole or cut.

  • Prawns

    A universally appealing bait for many fish.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Excellent for casting and retrieving in deeper water.

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  • Daiwa Bait Junkie Minnow 4 inchSoft Plastic

    Rig on a jighead and hop along the bottom.

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  • Rapala X-Rap Magnum 10Trolling Lure

    Effective when trolled near reefs.

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  • Samaki Vibelicious 125Vibe

    Cast and retrieve with varying speeds.

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  • Shimano Lucanus Jig 150gJig

    Slow jigging is often effective.

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Techniques

Use a running sinker rig when fishing with bait in deeper water to allow Breaksea Cod to take the bait without feeling resistance.

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Where to Find Breaksea cod

Western Australia, Australia4 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Breaksea cod?+

Popular baits for Breaksea cod include Pilchards, Squid, Herring, Prawns, Halco Twisty 40g. Tip: Use a running sinker rig when fishing with bait in deeper water to allow Breaksea Cod to take the bait without feeling resistance.

Where can I catch Breaksea cod?+

Breaksea cod can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 7 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Breaksea cod get?+

Breaksea cod (Epinephelides armatus) can reach up to 56.0000002 cm in length and 5.8593 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NT.

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