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Madagascar meagre

Argyrosomus hololepidotus

Family
Sciaenidae
Max Length
200 cm
Max Weight
71 kg
IUCN Status
DD
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Mullet

    Effective when fished near estuaries.

  • Live Shrimp

    A versatile bait for many locations.

  • Squid

    Use whole or cut into strips.

  • Pilchards

    Excellent for targeting larger fish.

  • Bloodworms

    Great for smaller Argyrosomus hololepidotus.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala X-Rap 10Minnow

    Retrieve with jerks and pauses.

    Buy
  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Cast and retrieve quickly.

    Buy
  • Storm Wildeye Swim Shad 04Soft Plastic

    Rig weedless for structure.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Saltiga Slider 140FStickbait

    Walk the dog action works well.

    Buy
  • Shimano Coltsniper Jerkbait 120SJerkbait

    Effective in deeper water.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish around structure like reefs and wrecks, and vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers strikes.

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Where to Find Madagascar meagre

Western Cape, South Africa1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Madagascar meagre?+

Popular baits for Madagascar meagre include Live Mullet, Live Shrimp, Squid, Pilchards, Bloodworms. Tip: Fish around structure like reefs and wrecks, and vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers strikes.

Where can I catch Madagascar meagre?+

Madagascar meagre can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Cape, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Madagascar meagre get?+

Madagascar meagre (Argyrosomus hololepidotus) can reach up to 200 cm in length and 71 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is DD.

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