WikiCatchPilotfish
Naucrates ductor
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Small squid
Fresh or frozen squid works well.
- Shrimp
Use live or dead shrimp on a hook.
- Small fish (e.g., sardines, anchovies)
Excellent when trolling near larger fish.
- Crabs
Smaller crabs are great bait.
- Cut bait
Cut pieces of mackerel or tuna.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbaitBuy
Flashy and dives deep.
- Shimano Butterfly JigJigBuy
Aggressive jigging action is irresistible.
- Rapala X-Rap Magnum 10CrankbaitBuy
Troll at high speeds.
- Got-Cha PlugPlugBuy
Cast and retrieve quickly near structure.
- Daiwa Salt Pro MinnowSwimbaitBuy
Works well when casted near weed lines.
Techniques
Pilotfish often follow larger fish or boats; cast near these structures to find them, or troll your bait within 200 yards of a larger predator.
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Where to Find Pilotfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Pilotfish?+
Popular baits for Pilotfish include Small squid, Shrimp, Small fish (e.g., sardines, anchovies), Crabs, Cut bait. Tip: Pilotfish often follow larger fish or boats; cast near these structures to find them, or troll your bait within 200 yards of a larger predator.
Where can I catch Pilotfish?+
Pilotfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Auckland, New Zealand. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Pilotfish get?+
Pilotfish (Naucrates ductor) can reach up to 69.9999988 cm in length and 5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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