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Canary Drum

Umbrina canariensis

Family
Sciaenidae
Max Length
80 cm
Max Weight
18.8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
4

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Shrimp

    Effective all year, especially live.

  • Sandworms

    Excellent for attracting Canary Drum.

  • Clams

    Use fresh clams, crushed open.

  • Mussels

    A cheap and readily available bait.

  • Crabs

    Small crabs, whole or halved.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Imitates natural sandworms.

    Buy
  • Savage Gear Sand Eel SlugSoft Plastic

    Effective when jigged near the bottom.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1143Hard Lure

    Good for trolling in shallow water.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Saltiga SliderJig

    Works best with vertical jigging.

    Buy
  • Blue Fox Classic VibraxSpinner

    Attracts with flash and vibration.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near rocky bottoms or sandy areas where Canary Drum forage, and use a slow retrieve.

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Where to Find Canary Drum

Western Cape, South Africa3 spotsEastern Cape, South Africa1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Canary Drum?+

Popular baits for Canary Drum include Shrimp, Sandworms, Clams, Mussels, Crabs. Tip: Fish near rocky bottoms or sandy areas where Canary Drum forage, and use a slow retrieve.

Where can I catch Canary Drum?+

Canary Drum can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Cape, South Africa; Eastern Cape, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Canary Drum get?+

Canary Drum (Umbrina canariensis) can reach up to 80.0000012 cm in length and 18.8297 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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