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Evileye pufferfish

Amblyrhynchotes honckenii

Family
Tetraodontidae
Max Length
30 cm
Max Weight
0.8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
2

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    A readily available and effective all-around bait.

  • Squid

    Tough and stays on the hook well, very enticing.

  • Small Crabs

    Natural food source, especially near rocky areas.

  • Pilchards

    Oily and creates a good scent trail in the water.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Good for casting distance and erratic action.

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  • Rapala X-Rap 10Hardbody Minnow

    Mimics fleeing baitfish, triggers predatory response.

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  • Z-Man Slim SwimZ 2.5"Soft Plastic Swimbait

    Durable, with a realistic swimming action.

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  • Daiwa Bait Junkie Minnow 2.5"Soft Plastic Minnow

    Subtle presentation, good for picky fish.

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  • Maria Mucho Lucir 30gMetal Jig

    Excellent for vertical jigging and fast retrieves.

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Techniques

Use a wire trace to prevent bite-offs, as Evileye pufferfish have sharp teeth and are aggressive feeders; retrieve lures with erratic twitches to entice strikes.

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Where to Find Evileye pufferfish

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa1 spotsWestern Cape, South Africa1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Evileye pufferfish?+

Popular baits for Evileye pufferfish include Prawns, Squid, Small Crabs, Pilchards, Halco Twisty 40g. Tip: Use a wire trace to prevent bite-offs, as Evileye pufferfish have sharp teeth and are aggressive feeders; retrieve lures with erratic twitches to entice strikes.

Where can I catch Evileye pufferfish?+

Evileye pufferfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa; Western Cape, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Evileye pufferfish get?+

Evileye pufferfish (Amblyrhynchotes honckenii) can reach up to 30.0000012 cm in length and 0.7597 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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