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Giant trevally
Caranx ignobilis
Overview
The giant trevally, also known as the lowly trevally, barrier trevally, giant kingfish, or ulua, is a species of large marine fish classified in the jack family, Carangidae. The giant trevally is distributed throughout the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region, with a range stretching from South Africa to Hawaii, including Japan in the north and Australia in the south.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Mullet
Excellent GT bait, hook behind dorsal fin.
- Herring
Use whole or cut for strong scent trail.
- Squid
Very effective, tough, stays on the hook.
- Prawns/Shrimp
Use live, fished near structure.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Hydro PopperPopperBuy
Walk-the-dog retrieve, aggressive strikes.
- Halco Roosta Popper 195PopperBuy
Loud pop, great for attracting attention.
- Shimano Coltsniper JerkbaitsJerkbaitBuy
Long casts, erratic retrieve for strikes.
- Duel Hardcore Heavy Shot (Metal Jig)JigBuy
Vertical jigging around structure or bait schools
- Nomad Design Madmacs 200Trolling LureBuy
Excellent for trolling in deeper water.
Techniques
When fishing for GTs, always use heavy tackle and strong leaders to withstand their powerful runs and sharp teeth; they will test your gear.
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Where to Find Giant trevally
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Giant trevally?+
Popular baits for Giant trevally include Mullet, Herring, Squid, Prawns/Shrimp, Yo-Zuri Hydro Popper. Tip: When fishing for GTs, always use heavy tackle and strong leaders to withstand their powerful runs and sharp teeth; they will test your gear.
Where can I catch Giant trevally?+
Giant trevally can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia; Hawaii, United States; New South Wales, Australia. WikiCatch lists 263 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Giant trevally get?+
Giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis) can reach up to 170.00000476837158 cm in length and 73 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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