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Eastern wirrah

Acanthistius ocellatus

Family
Serranidae
Max Length
45 cm
Max Weight
2.9 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
2

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Pilchards

    Use whole or cut into chunks on a size 2/0 hook.

  • Squid

    Excellent all-round bait, use tentacles.

  • Prawns

    Peel and thread onto the hook.

  • Crabs

    Soft-shelled crabs are particularly effective.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Twisty 30gSpoon

    Great for casting and retrieving quickly.

    Buy
  • Rapala X-Rap 10Minnow

    Trolled or retrieved with erratic jerks.

    Buy
  • ZMan DieZel MinnowZ 4"Soft Plastic

    On a jighead near rocky structure.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Slippery Dog 98FTopwater

    Walk-the-dog action over shallow reefs.

    Buy

Techniques

Target areas with rocky reefs and structure; wirrahs are ambush predators.

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Where to Find Eastern wirrah

New South Wales, Australia2 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Eastern wirrah?+

Popular baits for Eastern wirrah include Pilchards, Squid, Prawns, Crabs, Halco Twisty 30g. Tip: Target areas with rocky reefs and structure; wirrahs are ambush predators.

Where can I catch Eastern wirrah?+

Eastern wirrah can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New South Wales, Australia. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Eastern wirrah get?+

Eastern wirrah (Acanthistius ocellatus) can reach up to 44.9999988 cm in length and 2.8641 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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