Silver grunter
Mesopristes argenteus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Prawns
Excellent all-round bait, use fresh or frozen.
- Bloodworms
A grunter favorite, especially in estuaries.
- Squid
Tough bait, stays on the hook longer.
- Small crabs
Natural food source, use soft-shell crabs.
- Yabbies
Effective in muddy or sandy areas.
Artificial Lures
- Zerek Fish TrapVibration BaitBuy
Retrieve slowly along the bottom.
- Daiwa Double Clutch 75mmHardbody MinnowBuy
Twitch it erratically to trigger strikes.
- Squidgy Wriggler 80mmSoft PlasticBuy
Use a jighead around structure.
- Strike Pro Cyber VibeBlade BaitBuy
Good for searching open water.
- Halco Twisty 30gMetal SpoonBuy
Cast and retrieve quickly or jig vertically.
Techniques
Grunter often feed close to the bottom, so use a slow retrieve and allow your bait or lure to sink near structures.
Where to Find Silver grunter
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Silver grunter?+
Popular baits for Silver grunter include Prawns, Bloodworms, Squid, Small crabs, Yabbies. Tip: Grunter often feed close to the bottom, so use a slow retrieve and allow your bait or lure to sink near structures.
Where can I catch Silver grunter?+
Silver grunter can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia; Johor, Malaysia; Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Silver grunter get?+
Silver grunter (Mesopristes argenteus) can reach up to 30.0000012 cm in length and 0.7597 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.