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Silver drummer

Kyphosus sydneyanus

Family
Kyphosidae
Max Length
80 cm
Max Weight
1.1 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
5

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Seaweed

    Gather fresh green seaweed from rocks.

  • Bread

    Use doughy bread; it stays on the hook better.

  • Cunjevoi

    Tough bait, good for rocky areas.

  • Green Algae

    Drummer love this natural food source.

Artificial Lures

  • Daiwa Gekka Bijin Minnow 38SMinnow

    Slow retrieve around structure.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented; use a small jighead.

    Buy
  • Ecogear ZX40Vibe

    Cast and retrieve near rocks.

    Buy
  • Halco Twisty 20gSpoon

    Retrieve fast to avoid snags.

    Buy

Techniques

Berley heavily with bread or seaweed to attract drummer to your fishing spot and keep them interested.

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Where to Find Silver drummer

Western Australia, Australia3 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Silver drummer?+

Popular baits for Silver drummer include Seaweed, Bread, Cunjevoi, Green Algae, Daiwa Gekka Bijin Minnow 38S. Tip: Berley heavily with bread or seaweed to attract drummer to your fishing spot and keep them interested.

Where can I catch Silver drummer?+

Silver drummer can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Silver drummer get?+

Silver drummer (Kyphosus sydneyanus) can reach up to 80.0000012 cm in length and 1.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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