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Common cuttlefish

Sepia officinalis

Family
Sepiidae
Max Length
49 cm
Max Weight
4 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
38

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Effective when presented near the seabed.

  • Small Crabs

    A natural food source for cuttlefish.

  • Small Fish (e.g., Sardines)

    Can attract larger cuttlefish.

  • Ragworm

    Use in areas with high cuttlefish activity.

Artificial Lures

  • Yamashita EGI-OH Q Live 3.5Squid Jig

    Popular jig for cuttlefish.

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  • Duel Ez-Q Cast Rattle 3.5Squid Jig

    Features internal rattles for attraction.

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  • DTD Gavun Squid Jig 2.5Squid Jig

    Proven jig with a realistic finish.

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  • Molix Jugulo Blade 5gBlade Bait

    Vibrating lure to trigger strikes.

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Techniques

Slowly retrieve your jig near the bottom, using small twitches to imitate a fleeing shrimp; observe your line closely for subtle takes.

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Where to Find Common cuttlefish

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Common cuttlefish?+

Popular baits for Common cuttlefish include Live Shrimp, Small Crabs, Small Fish (e.g., Sardines), Ragworm, Yamashita EGI-OH Q Live 3.5. Tip: Slowly retrieve your jig near the bottom, using small twitches to imitate a fleeing shrimp; observe your line closely for subtle takes.

Where can I catch Common cuttlefish?+

Common cuttlefish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Andalucía, Spain; New South Wales, Australia; Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 38 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Common cuttlefish get?+

Common cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) can reach up to 49.000000953674316 cm in length and 4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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