WikiCatchButterfly kingfish
Gasterochisma melampus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Pilchards
Excellent all-around bait, drift or troll.
- Slimey Mackerel
Tougher bait, holds up well in current.
- Squid
Effective both whole and in strips.
- Yellowtail Scad
A very popular bait to use.
Artificial Lures
- Halco Laser Pro 190Trolling MinnowBuy
Works well at higher trolling speeds.
- Rapala X-Rap Magnum 20Trolling MinnowBuy
Dives deep, good for subsurface action.
- Williamson Benthos Speed Jig 130gJigBuy
Fast retrieves imitate fleeing baitfish.
- Shimano Orca Sinking Pencil 160FStickbaitBuy
Cast around schools and retrieve quickly.
Techniques
Target areas with strong currents and bait schools; butterfly kingfish are often found offshore near structure or in open water.
Where to Find Butterfly kingfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Butterfly kingfish?+
Popular baits for Butterfly kingfish include Pilchards, Slimey Mackerel, Squid, Yellowtail Scad, Halco Laser Pro 190. Tip: Target areas with strong currents and bait schools; butterfly kingfish are often found offshore near structure or in open water.
Where can I catch Butterfly kingfish?+
Butterfly kingfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Tasmania, Australia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Butterfly kingfish get?+
Butterfly kingfish (Gasterochisma melampus) can reach up to 163.999999 cm in length and 42 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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