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Pacific shafted bonefish
Albula pacifica
Overview
Albula pacifica also known as the Pacific shafted bonefish is a species of fish native to the eastern Pacific.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Ghost Shrimp
Excellent for sight casting on flats.
- Sand Fleas
Effective near sandy beaches.
- Small Crabs
Use small, soft-shelled crabs.
- Clams
Chunk clams and fish on the bottom.
Artificial Lures
- Crazy Charlie FlyFlyBuy
Classic bonefish fly pattern.
- Bonefish Bitter FlyFlyBuy
Another popular bonefish fly.
- DOA ShrimpSoft PlasticBuy
Work it slowly across the bottom.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7MinnowBuy
Twitch and pause retrieve near drop-offs.
- Shimano Coltsniper JerkbaitJerkbaitBuy
Cast far and retrieve quickly
Techniques
When fishing for Pacific shafted bonefish, use a light fluorocarbon leader (8-12 lb test) to minimize visibility and increase your chances of a hook-up.
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Where to Find Pacific shafted bonefish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Pacific shafted bonefish?+
Popular baits for Pacific shafted bonefish include Ghost Shrimp, Sand Fleas, Small Crabs, Clams, Crazy Charlie Fly. Tip: When fishing for Pacific shafted bonefish, use a light fluorocarbon leader (8-12 lb test) to minimize visibility and increase your chances of a hook-up.
Where can I catch Pacific shafted bonefish?+
Pacific shafted bonefish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include California, United States. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Pacific shafted bonefish get?+
Pacific shafted bonefish (Albula pacifica) can reach up to 60.0000024 cm in length and 7.3438 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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