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Striped threadfin

Polydactylus plebeius

Family
Polynemidae
Max Length
45 cm
Max Weight
1.7 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
5

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Effective fished on the bottom or under a float.

  • Bloodworms

    A popular choice, especially in estuaries.

  • Lugworms

    Excellent for surf fishing.

  • Sandworms

    Good all-around bait for various locations.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Use on a jig head bounced along the bottom.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1158-M11Crankbait

    Retrieve slowly near structure.

    Buy
  • Kastmaster 1/4ozSpoon

    Cast far and retrieve quickly.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Salt Pro Minnow DSPM130FJerkbait

    Twitch and pause retrieve near the surface

    Buy

Techniques

Threadfin are often found near sandy bottoms in estuaries and along surf beaches; target these areas during tidal changes for the best results.

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Where to Find Striped threadfin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Striped threadfin?+

Popular baits for Striped threadfin include Live Shrimp, Bloodworms, Lugworms, Sandworms, Berkley Gulp! Sandworm. Tip: Threadfin are often found near sandy bottoms in estuaries and along surf beaches; target these areas during tidal changes for the best results.

Where can I catch Striped threadfin?+

Striped threadfin can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Eastern Samar, Philippines; Aceh, Indonesia; Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Striped threadfin get?+

Striped threadfin (Polydactylus plebeius) can reach up to 44.9999988 cm in length and 1.7 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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