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Large-scaled leatherjacket

Cantheschenia grandisquamis

Family
Monacanthidae
Max Length
26 cm
Max Weight
0.5 kg
IUCN Status
DD
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
3

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    Excellent all-around bait.

  • Squid

    Tough and readily available.

  • Whitebait

    Good for attracting attention.

  • Bloodworms

    Very attractive to many species.

  • Beachworms

    Easy to collect along beaches.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Good for casting long distances.

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  • Rapala X-Rap 10Minnow

    Effective when trolled or retrieved quickly.

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  • Daiwa Bait Junkie Minnow 2.5"Soft Plastic

    Rig on a jig head or worm hook.

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  • Savage Gear Fat Tail Spin 7cmSpinnerbait

    Versatile and creates vibration.

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  • Strike King Red Eye Shad 1/2 ozLipless Crankbait

    Work with a yo-yo retrieve.

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Techniques

Leatherjackets often inhabit weedy or rocky areas, so target these structures and vary your retrieve until you find what works.

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Where to Find Large-scaled leatherjacket

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Large-scaled leatherjacket?+

Popular baits for Large-scaled leatherjacket include Prawns, Squid, Whitebait, Bloodworms, Beachworms. Tip: Leatherjackets often inhabit weedy or rocky areas, so target these structures and vary your retrieve until you find what works.

Where can I catch Large-scaled leatherjacket?+

Large-scaled leatherjacket can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New South Wales, Australia. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Large-scaled leatherjacket get?+

Large-scaled leatherjacket (Cantheschenia grandisquamis) can reach up to 25.999999046325684 cm in length and 0.4756 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is DD.

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