Plain bonito

Orcynopsis unicolor

Family

Scombridae

Max Length

130 cm

Max Weight

13.1 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater, mixed

Fishing Spots

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

Live Mackerel
Excellent for trolling or drifting.
Live Sardines
Highly effective chum and bait.
Live Squid
Bonito find squid irresistible.
Live Anchovies
Great for chumming or hooked on a light line.

Artificial Lures

Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LCMinnow
Long casting, works great in open water.
Buy
Williamson Gomoku Metal JigJig
Excellent for vertical jigging or casting.
Buy
Rapala X-Rap Magnum 10Trolling Lure
Effective at high trolling speeds.
Buy
Daiwa Saltiga SliderCasting Jig
Proven to entice strikes, good flash.
Buy
Shimano Coltsniper JerkbaitJerkbait
Erratic action triggers reaction strikes.
Buy

Techniques

Focus on areas with current and structure, and match your lure retrieve speed to the baitfish they're feeding on.

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Where to Find Plain bonito

İstanbul, Turkey2 spots Mardin, Turkey1 spots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Plain bonito?+

Popular baits for Plain bonito include Live Mackerel, Live Sardines, Live Squid, Live Anchovies, Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LC. Tip: Focus on areas with current and structure, and match your lure retrieve speed to the baitfish they're feeding on.

Where can I catch Plain bonito?+

Plain bonito can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include İstanbul, Turkey; Mardin, Turkey. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Plain bonito get?+

Plain bonito (Orcynopsis unicolor) can reach up to 129.99999523162842 cm in length and 13.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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