Golden threadfin bream

Nemipterus virgatus

Family

Nemipteridae

Max Length

35 cm

Max Weight

1.3 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater

Fishing Spots

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

Small prawns
Effective both live and dead.
Squid pieces
A very versatile and widely used bait.
Bloodworms
Particularly good for smaller fish.
Sandworms
Another reliable bait for bream.
Mussels
Crushed to release scent.

Artificial Lures

Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7Minnow
Great for trolling in deeper water.
Buy
Daiwa TD Minnow 95Minnow
Suspending action triggers strikes.
Buy
Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow 3 inchSoft Plastic
Scent is a major advantage.
Buy
Owner Block Head Jig HeadJig
Pair with soft plastics.
Buy
Williamson Gomoku Bottom 40gJig
Drop it to the bottom then jig.
Buy

Techniques

Golden threadfin bream are often found near the seabed, so use a paternoster rig or bottom fishing techniques to present your bait effectively.

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Where to Find Golden threadfin bream

Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia1 spots Palawan, Philippines1 spots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Golden threadfin bream?+

Popular baits for Golden threadfin bream include Small prawns, Squid pieces, Bloodworms, Sandworms, Mussels. Tip: Golden threadfin bream are often found near the seabed, so use a paternoster rig or bottom fishing techniques to present your bait effectively.

Where can I catch Golden threadfin bream?+

Golden threadfin bream can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia; Palawan, Philippines. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Golden threadfin bream get?+

Golden threadfin bream (Nemipterus virgatus) can reach up to 34.9999994 cm in length and 1.2582 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is VU.

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