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Snoek

Thyrsites atun

Family
Gempylidae
Max Length
200 cm
Max Weight
6 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
30

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Pilchards

    Excellent bait, especially when chumming.

  • Mackerel

    Tougher bait, stays on the hook longer.

  • Squid

    Effective both whole and as strips.

  • Redeye Sardines

    Good alternative to pilchards.

  • Chokka

    A local name for Squid, great bait for snoek.

Artificial Lures

  • Williamson Balyhoo BallyhooTrolling Lure

    Trolled behind a boat, very effective.

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  • Halco Laser Pro 190Trolling Lure

    Durable and tracks well at speed.

    Buy
  • Rapala X-Rap Magnum 20Trolling Lure

    Good diving lure for different depths.

    Buy
  • Shimano Orca Pencil 160FStickbait

    Cast near surface activity; erratic retrieve.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Saltiga Slider 14FStickbait

    Long casting distance is very useful.

    Buy

Techniques

Troll lures at varying speeds and depths until you find what the snoek are feeding on, then maintain that presentation.

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Where to Find Snoek

Tasmania, Australia12 spotsSouth Australia, Australia3 spotsVictoria, Australia2 spotsWellington, New Zealand2 spotsCanterbury, New Zealand1 spotsNorthern Cape, South Africa1 spotsWestern Australia, Australia1 spotsRegión de Magallanes y de la Antártica Chilena, Chile1 spotsRegión de Valparaíso, Chile1 spotsTaranaki, New Zealand1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Snoek?+

Popular baits for Snoek include Pilchards, Mackerel, Squid, Redeye Sardines, Chokka. Tip: Troll lures at varying speeds and depths until you find what the snoek are feeding on, then maintain that presentation.

Where can I catch Snoek?+

Snoek can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Tasmania, Australia; South Australia, Australia; Victoria, Australia. WikiCatch lists 30 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Snoek get?+

Snoek (Thyrsites atun) can reach up to 200 cm in length and 6 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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