Sixfinger threadfin

Polydactylus sexfilis

Family

Polynemidae

Max Length

61 cm

Max Weight

3.2 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater, freshwater, mixed

Fishing Spots

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

Live Shrimp
Effective when drifting or fished under a float.
Small Crabs
A natural food source for threadfin.
Sandworms
Good all-around bait; attracts various fish.
Squid
Cut squid strips are durable and scented.

Artificial Lures

Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1146Jerkbait
Mimics baitfish; use erratic retrieves.
Buy
Krocodile SpoonSpoon
Shiny; imitates fleeing baitfish.
Buy
Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic
Scented; deadly when rigged Texas-style.
Buy
Got-cha E127Jig
Heavy, good for reaching the bottom.
Buy

Techniques

Fish near structure, like reefs or rocky outcrops, where threadfin congregate, and vary your retrieve speed until you find what they respond to best.

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Where to Find Sixfinger threadfin

Hawaii, United States8 spots Johor, Malaysia1 spots Alaska, United States1 spots New York, United States1 spots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Sixfinger threadfin?+

Popular baits for Sixfinger threadfin include Live Shrimp, Small Crabs, Sandworms, Squid, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1146. Tip: Fish near structure, like reefs or rocky outcrops, where threadfin congregate, and vary your retrieve speed until you find what they respond to best.

Where can I catch Sixfinger threadfin?+

Sixfinger threadfin can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Hawaii, United States; Johor, Malaysia; Alaska, United States. WikiCatch lists 14 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Sixfinger threadfin get?+

Sixfinger threadfin (Polydactylus sexfilis) can reach up to 61.0000014 cm in length and 3.2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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