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Japanese bigeye

Pristigenys niphonia

Family
Priacanthidae
Max Length
27 cm
Max Weight
0.6 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small shrimp

    Effective, widely available, and readily accepted.

  • Squid strips

    Tough, stays on the hook well.

  • Small fish (silversides)

    Natural prey, use a small hook.

  • Bloodworms

    Attracts with scent, good for slow fishing.

Artificial Lures

  • Daiwa Saltiga SK JerkJig

    Effective for deeper water jigging.

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  • Maria Mucho LucirSpoon

    Excellent for imitating small baitfish.

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  • Shimano Coltsniper Rock DiveMinnow

    Great for casting from shore.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented, attracts even hesitant fish.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near rocky structures or reefs where Japanese bigeye congregate, and vary your retrieve speed until you find what triggers a bite.

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Where to Find Japanese bigeye

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Japanese bigeye?+

Popular baits for Japanese bigeye include Small shrimp, Squid strips, Small fish (silversides), Bloodworms, Daiwa Saltiga SK Jerk. Tip: Fish near rocky structures or reefs where Japanese bigeye congregate, and vary your retrieve speed until you find what triggers a bite.

Where can I catch Japanese bigeye?+

Japanese bigeye can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Maluku, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Japanese bigeye get?+

Japanese bigeye (Pristigenys niphonia) can reach up to 27.3999989 cm in length and 0.5647 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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