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Silver grunter

Mesopristes argenteus

Family
Terapontidae
Max Length
30 cm
Max Weight
0.8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
3

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 Bait

    Retrieve slowly along the bottom.

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  • Daiwa Double Clutch 75mmHardbody Minnow

    Twitch it erratically to trigger strikes.

    Buy
  • Squidgy Wriggler 80mmSoft Plastic

    Use a jighead around structure.

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  • Strike Pro Cyber VibeBlade Bait

    Good for searching open water.

    Buy
  • Halco Twisty 30gMetal Spoon

    Cast and retrieve quickly or jig vertically.

    Buy

Techniques

Grunter often feed close to the bottom, so use a slow retrieve and allow your bait or lure to sink near structures.

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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.

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