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Goldlined seabream

Goldlined seabream

Rhabdosargus sarba

Family
Sparidae
Max Length
80 cm
Max Weight
12 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
112

Overview

Rhabdosargus sarba, also known as the goldlined seabream, silver bream, tarwhine, or yellowfin bream, is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sparidae, which includes the seabreams and porgies. This fish has a wide Indo-Pacific distribution.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    Excellent all-round bait, use fresh or frozen.

  • Squid

    Tough bait, stays on the hook well.

  • Bloodworms

    Highly attractive, but delicate.

  • Sandworms

    Good for surf fishing, durable.

  • Small Crabs

    Effective near rocky areas.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Classic lure, good for trolling or casting.

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  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Versatile, effective in clear water.

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  • Zoom Trick WormSoft Plastic

    Texas rigged, slow retrieve near structure.

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  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SMinnow

    Great for mimicking small baitfish.

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  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Long casting, good for open water.

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Techniques

Use berley (chum) to attract fish to your fishing spot and increase your chances of a bite; try a mix of bread, fish scraps, and prawn shells.

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Where to Find Goldlined seabream

New South Wales, Australia45 spotsWestern Australia, Australia31 spotsQueensland, Australia18 spotsKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa6 spotsLimpopo, South Africa1 spotsEastern Cape, South Africa1 spotsWestern Cape, South Africa1 spotsSouth Australia, Australia1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Goldlined seabream?+

Popular baits for Goldlined seabream include Prawns, Squid, Bloodworms, Sandworms, Small Crabs. Tip: Use berley (chum) to attract fish to your fishing spot and increase your chances of a bite; try a mix of bread, fish scraps, and prawn shells.

Where can I catch Goldlined seabream?+

Goldlined seabream can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New South Wales, Australia; Western Australia, Australia; Queensland, Australia. WikiCatch lists 112 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Goldlined seabream get?+

Goldlined seabream (Rhabdosargus sarba) can reach up to 80.0000012 cm in length and 12 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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