WikiCatchMalabar trevally
Carangoides malabaricus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Small prawns
Hook through the tail for a natural presentation.
- Pilchards
Cut into chunks or used whole on a circle hook.
- Squid
Effective cut into strips or as whole bait.
- Small baitfish (e.g., herring)
Live-lined near structures or under piers.
- Crabs
Use soft shell crabs for best results.
Artificial Lures
- Rapala X-Rap 10JerkbaitBuy
Twitch aggressively to mimic injured baitfish.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147Trolling LureBuy
Effective when trolled near reefs and drop-offs.
- Halco Twisty 40gSpoonBuy
Cast and retrieve quickly, varying the depth.
- Storm Wildeye Swim Shad 03Soft PlasticBuy
Use with a jig head for vertical jigging.
- Daiwa BaitJunkie Minnow 2.5"Soft PlasticBuy
Rig on a jig head and hop along the bottom.
Techniques
Target areas with current and structure, using a fast retrieve to trigger strikes.
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Where to Find Malabar trevally
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Malabar trevally?+
Popular baits for Malabar trevally include Small prawns, Pilchards, Squid, Small baitfish (e.g., herring), Crabs. Tip: Target areas with current and structure, using a fast retrieve to trigger strikes.
Where can I catch Malabar trevally?+
Malabar trevally 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 Malabar trevally get?+
Malabar trevally (Carangoides malabaricus) can reach up to 60.0000024 cm in length and 7.3438 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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