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Panther puffer

Takifugu pardalis

Family
Tetraodontidae
Max Length
30 cm
Max Weight
0.8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Shrimp

    Fresh or frozen, a very popular option.

  • Worms

    Earthworms or lugworms work well.

  • Small Crabs

    Good for bottom fishing.

  • Mussels

    Cut into pieces and bait the hook.

  • Squid

    Small strips are effective.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147-HGRMinnow

    Good for attracting predators.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Saltiga Slider 140FStickbait

    Cast near structure, and let it sink.

    Buy
  • Maria Mucho LucirMetal Jig

    Fast retrieves mimic fleeing baitfish.

    Buy
  • OSP Dolive Shad 3.5Soft Plastic

    Rig on a jig head.

    Buy
  • Bassday Sugar Minnow 95FMinnow

    Twitch it erratically.

    Buy

Techniques

Panther puffers often forage near the bottom, so present your bait or lure close to the seabed for best results; using a slow retrieve or jigging motion can trigger strikes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Panther puffer?+

Popular baits for Panther puffer include Shrimp, Worms, Small Crabs, Mussels, Squid. Tip: Panther puffers often forage near the bottom, so present your bait or lure close to the seabed for best results; using a slow retrieve or jigging motion can trigger strikes.

How big do Panther puffer get?+

Panther puffer (Takifugu pardalis) can reach up to 30.0000012 cm in length and 0.7597 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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