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Silver dory
Cyttus australis
Overview
The silver dory is a dory, in the genus Cyttus, found around southern Australia, on the continental shelf at depths of between 10 and 350 m. Its length is about 40 cm.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Squid
Cut into strips or use small whole squid.
- Pilchards
Whole or cut into chunks; very effective.
- Mussels
Fresh mussels are irresistible.
- Prawns
Use fresh or frozen prawns.
- Small Fish
Use small baitfish like whitebait.
Artificial Lures
- Shimano Lucanus JigJigBuy
Slow jigs near the bottom work well.
- Daiwa Saltiga SK JigJigBuy
Aggressive jigging action triggers strikes.
- Berkley Gulp! Saltwater Jerk ShadSoft PlasticBuy
Use with a jig head near the sea floor.
- Williamson Benthos Speed JigJigBuy
Best for fast retrieve in deep water
- Halco TwistySpoonBuy
Retrieve at varying depths for best results.
Techniques
Silver dory are bottom feeders, so focus your fishing efforts near the sea floor, and use a slow, steady retrieve.
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Where to Find Silver dory
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Silver dory?+
Popular baits for Silver dory include Squid, Pilchards, Mussels, Prawns, Small Fish. Tip: Silver dory are bottom feeders, so focus your fishing efforts near the sea floor, and use a slow, steady retrieve.
Where can I catch Silver dory?+
Silver dory can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Tasmania, Australia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Silver dory get?+
Silver dory (Cyttus australis) can reach up to 40.999999599999995 cm in length and 2.1119 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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