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Sharpfin barracuda
Sphyraena acutipinnis
Overview
The sharpfin barracuda is a schooling species of barracuda that inhabits lagoons, bays and seaward reefs. It is nocturnally active. It grows to 80 cm (31 in) total length, although it is commonly somewhat smaller. The species is found across the Indo-Pacific from East Africa to the Hawaiian, Marquesan and Tuamoto islands, north to southern Japan.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Pilchards
Effective when drift fished near reefs.
- Sardines
Chunked or whole, good for chumming.
- Mullet
Use live mullet near structure.
- Shrimp
Free-lined or under a float.
- Herring
Trolled slowly or fished deep.
Artificial Lures
- Rapala X-Rap 10MinnowBuy
Fast retrieves mimic fleeing baitfish.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverMinnowBuy
Troll at various depths, change speed.
- Krocodile Spoon 1/2ozSpoonBuy
Retrieve quickly, erratic action works well.
- Got-Cha PlugPlugBuy
Cast and retrieve with twitches.
- Storm Wildeye Swim Shad 4"SwimbaitBuy
Versatile swimbait, good for varied depths.
Techniques
Use wire leaders to prevent bite-offs from their sharp teeth and target areas with strong currents where they hunt baitfish.
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Where to Find Sharpfin barracuda
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Sharpfin barracuda?+
Popular baits for Sharpfin barracuda include Pilchards, Sardines, Mullet, Shrimp, Herring. Tip: Use wire leaders to prevent bite-offs from their sharp teeth and target areas with strong currents where they hunt baitfish.
Where can I catch Sharpfin barracuda?+
Sharpfin barracuda can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Hawaii, United States; Jawa Barat, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Sharpfin barracuda get?+
Sharpfin barracuda (Sphyraena acutipinnis) can reach up to 80.0000012 cm in length and 5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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