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Common silver-biddy

Gerres oyena

Family
Gerreidae
Max Length
30 cm
Max Weight
0.5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Beach Worms

    Highly effective, readily available, use small hooks.

  • Squid

    Small strips of squid work well on a running rig.

  • Prawns

    Use small, peeled prawns.

  • Bloodworms

    Another effective worm, known for scent.

  • Yabbies

    Great for targeting larger specimens.

Artificial Lures

  • Ecogear ZX40Vibes

    Good for imitating small baitfish.

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  • Daiwa Double Clutch 60SPMinnow

    Suspending lure works well with pauses.

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  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Effective on a jighead.

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  • Halco Twisty 20gSpoon

    Cast far to reach schooling fish.

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  • Strike Pro Cyber VibeVibes

    Effective when jigged slowly.

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Techniques

Use light tackle and a slow retrieve for the best results when targeting Common Silver-biddy; they are easily spooked.

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Where to Find Common silver-biddy

Tamil Nadu, India1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Common silver-biddy?+

Popular baits for Common silver-biddy include Beach Worms, Squid, Prawns, Bloodworms, Yabbies. Tip: Use light tackle and a slow retrieve for the best results when targeting Common Silver-biddy; they are easily spooked.

Where can I catch Common silver-biddy?+

Common silver-biddy can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Tamil Nadu, India. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Common silver-biddy get?+

Common silver-biddy (Gerres oyena) can reach up to 30 cm in length and 0.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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