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Indo-Pacific tarpon

Indo-Pacific tarpon

Megalops cyprinoides

Family
Megalopidae
Max Length
150 cm
Max Weight
18 kg
IUCN Status
DD
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
22

Overview

The Indo-Pacific tarpon, also known as the oxeye herring or simply herring due to its superficial resemblance to the true herrings, of which it is not a member, is the smaller of the two species of tarpon and lives in Indo-Pacific waters.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Effective under docks and around mangrove roots.

  • Live Mudskippers

    A natural prey item in brackish waters.

  • Live Pilchards

    Good for open water presentations.

  • Live Mullet

    Larger tarpon often prefer larger baits.

  • Live Prawns

    Versatile bait, good in estuaries.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala X-Rap 10Hard Jerkbait

    Twitch aggressively for best results.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147Crankbait

    Erratic wobble mimics injured baitfish.

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  • Z-Man MinnowZSoft Plastic

    Rigged on a jighead for subsurface action.

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  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Cast and retrieve quickly in open water.

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  • Clouser MinnowFly

    Effective in clear water estuaries.

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Techniques

Target areas with structure like mangroves, docks, or bridge pilings, and fish during dawn or dusk when tarpon are most active.

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Where to Find Indo-Pacific tarpon

Queensland, Australia4 spotsNew South Wales, Australia1 spotsKerala, India1 spotsKalimantan Barat, Indonesia1 spotsWestern Australia, Australia1 spotsSelangor, Malaysia1 spotsAceh, Indonesia1 spotsPerak, Malaysia1 spotsWestern Visayas, Philippines1 spotsPangasinan, Philippines1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Indo-Pacific tarpon?+

Popular baits for Indo-Pacific tarpon include Live Shrimp, Live Mudskippers, Live Pilchards, Live Mullet, Live Prawns. Tip: Target areas with structure like mangroves, docks, or bridge pilings, and fish during dawn or dusk when tarpon are most active.

Where can I catch Indo-Pacific tarpon?+

Indo-Pacific tarpon can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia; New South Wales, Australia; Kerala, India. WikiCatch lists 22 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Indo-Pacific tarpon get?+

Indo-Pacific tarpon (Megalops cyprinoides) can reach up to 150 cm in length and 18 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is DD.

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