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Japanese meagre

Argyrosomus japonicus

Family
Sciaenidae
Max Length
181 cm
Max Weight
75 kg
IUCN Status
EN
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
446

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    Effective when drifted or fished on the bottom.

  • Pilchards

    Use whole or cut into chunks for scent.

  • Squid

    Tough and attractive to larger fish.

  • Beach worms

    Excellent for surf fishing.

  • Mullet

    Live Mullet are great live bait

Artificial Lures

  • Daiwa Gekkabijin Beam StickSoft Plastic

    Small soft plastic ideal for light tackle.

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  • Rapala X-Rap 10Hardbody Minnow

    Irresistible erratic action triggers strikes.

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  • Savage Gear Sand Eel SlugSoft Plastic

    Great for imitating fleeing baitfish.

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  • Halco Twisty 40gMetal Slug

    Cast far and retrieve quickly.

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  • Shimano Coltsniper JerkJig

    Effective vertical jigging in deeper waters.

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Techniques

Target Japanese meagre during low light conditions or at night, and work lures slowly and methodically near structure.

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Where to Find Japanese meagre

New South Wales, Australia143 spotsQueensland, Australia66 spotsWestern Australia, Australia53 spotsEastern Cape, South Africa35 spotsSouth Australia, Australia34 spotsWestern Cape, South Africa24 spotsKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa11 spotsVictoria, Australia11 spotsNorthern Cape, South Africa3 spotsKunene Region, Namibia2 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Japanese meagre?+

Popular baits for Japanese meagre include Prawns, Pilchards, Squid, Beach worms, Mullet. Tip: Target Japanese meagre during low light conditions or at night, and work lures slowly and methodically near structure.

Where can I catch Japanese meagre?+

Japanese meagre can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New South Wales, Australia; Queensland, Australia; Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 446 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Japanese meagre get?+

Japanese meagre (Argyrosomus japonicus) can reach up to 180.9999942779541 cm in length and 75 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is EN.

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