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Fourfinger threadfin

Eleutheronema tetradactylum

Family
Polynemidae
Max Length
200 cm
Max Weight
145 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
24

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    Effective, especially near structures and estuaries.

  • Small Fish

    Pilchards or herring work well.

  • Bloodworms

    Good for enticing smaller fish.

  • Squid

    Tough bait; stays on the hook longer.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala X-Rap 10Minnow

    Irregular action attracts fish.

    Buy
  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Cast far, retrieve quickly.

    Buy
  • Z-Man MinnowZSoft Plastic

    Effective on a jig head.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Silver Wolf Chiinu Ver II 7gJig

    Good for bottom fishing

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep Diver 130Crankbait

    Troll slowly in deeper channels.

    Buy

Techniques

Target areas with structure, such as mangroves, piers, and rock walls; threadfin often congregate in these locations. Vary your retrieve speed until you find what works.

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Where to Find Fourfinger threadfin

Queensland, Australia15 spotsWestern Australia, Australia2 spotsTerengganu, Malaysia1 spotsAceh, Indonesia1 spotsSumatera Selatan, Indonesia1 spotsSulawesi Selatan, Indonesia1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Fourfinger threadfin?+

Popular baits for Fourfinger threadfin include Prawns, Small Fish, Bloodworms, Squid, Rapala X-Rap 10. Tip: Target areas with structure, such as mangroves, piers, and rock walls; threadfin often congregate in these locations. Vary your retrieve speed until you find what works.

Where can I catch Fourfinger threadfin?+

Fourfinger threadfin can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia; Western Australia, Australia; Terengganu, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 24 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Fourfinger threadfin get?+

Fourfinger threadfin (Eleutheronema tetradactylum) can reach up to 200 cm in length and 145 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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