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Southern pompano
Trachinotus africanus
Overview
Trachinotus africanus, the Southern pompano or African pompano, is a species of marine ray-finned fish from the Indian Ocean.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Sand fleas (Mole crabs)
Southern pompano's favorite natural food.
- Clams
Use fresh clams for best results.
- Shrimp
Live or fresh dead shrimp work well.
- Bloodworms
Effective when pompano are finicky.
- Crabs
Small fiddler crabs are effective.
Artificial Lures
- SpoonKastmasterBuy
Silver or gold colors are effective.
- Fishbites E-Z FleaSoft PlasticBuy
Sand flea scent is very effective.
- Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Chartreuse or natural colors work well.
- Got-cha GrubJigBuy
White or yellow color is effective in clear water.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal MinnowCrankbaitBuy
Retrieve slowly near the bottom.
Techniques
Fish near sandy beaches and inlets with moving water, where pompano hunt for food carried by the current.
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Where to Find Southern pompano
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Southern pompano?+
Popular baits for Southern pompano include Sand fleas (Mole crabs), Clams, Shrimp, Bloodworms, Crabs. Tip: Fish near sandy beaches and inlets with moving water, where pompano hunt for food carried by the current.
Where can I catch Southern pompano?+
Southern pompano can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Northern Cape, South Africa; Jawa Timur, Indonesia; Sulawesi Selatan, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Southern pompano get?+
Southern pompano (Trachinotus africanus) can reach up to 92.00000166893005 cm in length and 14.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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