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Longnose trevally
Carangoides chrysophrys
Overview
The longnose trevally, also known as the tea-leaf trevally, club-nosed trevally, grunting trevally or dusky trevally, is a species of inshore marine fish in the jack family, Carangidae. The species is distributed throughout the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian and west Pacific Oceans from South Africa to New Zealand and Japan, inhabiting coastal waters, especially reefs, to a depth of 90 m. The longnose trevally is distinguished from similar species by a combination of a scaleless breast and the number of gill rakers and fin rays. It is a moderately large fish, growing to a maximum known length of 72 cm and 4.35 kg. The longnose trevally is a predatory fish, consuming small fish, crustaceans and molluscs. The species is of minor commercial importance throughout its range, and is considered to be a good table fish.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Prawns
Excellent all-round bait, irresistible to many fish.
- Live Herring
Effective when targeting larger specimens in deeper water.
- Live Mullet
Hardy bait that stays alive and active longer.
- Live Pilchards
Good for attracting fish with their scent.
Artificial Lures
- Halco Twisty 40gSpoonBuy
Great for casting long distances in windy conditions.
- Rapala X-Rap 10MinnowBuy
Effective when trolled or retrieved with jerks.
- Z-Man DieZel MinnowZ 4"Soft PlasticBuy
Durable and has a lifelike swimming action.
- Daiwa Saltiga SK Jig 60gJigBuy
Ideal for vertical jigging around structure.
- Yo-Zuri Hydro Pencil 85mmTopwaterBuy
Walk-the-dog action creates a enticing profile.
Techniques
When lure fishing, vary your retrieve speed until you find what the fish are responding to; a simple change can trigger a strike.
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Where to Find Longnose trevally
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Longnose trevally?+
Popular baits for Longnose trevally include Live Prawns, Live Herring, Live Mullet, Live Pilchards, Halco Twisty 40g. Tip: When lure fishing, vary your retrieve speed until you find what the fish are responding to; a simple change can trigger a strike.
Where can I catch Longnose trevally?+
Longnose trevally can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia; New South Wales, Australia; Eastern Cape, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Longnose trevally get?+
Longnose trevally (Carangoides chrysophrys) can reach up to 72.0000029 cm in length and 4.4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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