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Southern fiddler

Trygonorrhina fasciata

Family
Rhinobatidae
Max Length
120 cm
Max Weight
6.7 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
11

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    A universal bait; use fresh or frozen.

  • Squid

    Cut into strips and present on a hook.

  • Sandworms

    Excellent for attracting a bite.

  • Crabs

    Small, soft-shelled crabs are ideal.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Twisty 20gSpoon

    Cast and retrieve slowly near the bottom.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented, attracts even cautious fish.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 70SMinnow

    Twitch it to mimic a wounded baitfish.

    Buy
  • ZMan Slim SwimZSoft Plastic

    Effective on a jighead.

    Buy

Techniques

When fishing for Southern fiddler, fish close to the bottom, and use a slow retrieve to give them time to find your bait.

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Where to Find Southern fiddler

New South Wales, Australia9 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Southern fiddler?+

Popular baits for Southern fiddler include Prawns, Squid, Sandworms, Crabs, Halco Twisty 20g. Tip: When fishing for Southern fiddler, fish close to the bottom, and use a slow retrieve to give them time to find your bait.

Where can I catch Southern fiddler?+

Southern fiddler can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New South Wales, Australia. WikiCatch lists 11 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Southern fiddler get?+

Southern fiddler (Trygonorrhina fasciata) can reach up to 120.00000476837158 cm in length and 6.7 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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