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Indian pompano

Trachinotus mookalee

Family
Carangidae
Max Length
90 cm
Max Weight
8.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
3

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Shrimp

    Use live shrimp, peeled or unpeeled.

  • Sand Fleas (Mole Crabs)

    Excellent bait when pompano are feeding near shore.

  • Clams

    Effective when pompano are feeding on shellfish.

  • Bloodworms

    A proven pompano bait, especially in clearer waters.

Artificial Lures

  • Spoon - Acme Kastmaster 1/4ozSpoon

    Silver or gold spoons work well.

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  • Bucktail Jig - Spro Prime Bucktail Jig 1/2ozJig

    White or chartreuse are great colors.

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  • Soft Plastic - Berkley Gulp! Sandworm 4 inchSoft Plastic

    Use natural colors like camo or sand.

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  • Crankbait - Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1149Crankbait

    Retrieve fast with pauses.

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Techniques

Use a slow retrieve with occasional twitches to attract pompano, especially in sandy areas with good current.

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Where to Find Indian pompano

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Indian pompano?+

Popular baits for Indian pompano include Shrimp, Sand Fleas (Mole Crabs), Clams, Bloodworms, Spoon - Acme Kastmaster 1/4oz. Tip: Use a slow retrieve with occasional twitches to attract pompano, especially in sandy areas with good current.

Where can I catch Indian pompano?+

Indian pompano can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Tamil Nadu, India; จังหวัดลพบุรี, Thailand. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Indian pompano get?+

Indian pompano (Trachinotus mookalee) can reach up to 89.9999976 cm in length and 8.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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