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Tiera batfish

Platax teira

Family
Ephippidae
Max Length
70 cm
Max Weight
12.2 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
3

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Shrimp

    Effective when fished near reefs or structure.

  • Squid Strips

    Durable and releases scent.

  • Bloodworms

    Attract with strong scent.

  • Sandworms

    Natural food source for Platax teira.

  • Mussel Meat

    Chumming will improve results.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1147Minnow

    Good for imitating small baitfish.

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  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SMinnow

    Great for attracting fish from distance.

    Buy
  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Effective for casting and retrieving.

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  • Gulp! Alive! Swimming Mullet 4"Soft Plastic

    Scent is particularly effective.

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  • Williamson Koika Jig 40gJig

    Ideal for deeper water fishing.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a slow retrieve near reefs and rocky areas, as Tiera Batfish are not particularly fast swimmers.

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Where to Find Tiera batfish

Sumatera Selatan, Indonesia1 spotsMaluku, Indonesia1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Tiera batfish?+

Popular baits for Tiera batfish include Small Shrimp, Squid Strips, Bloodworms, Sandworms, Mussel Meat. Tip: Use a slow retrieve near reefs and rocky areas, as Tiera Batfish are not particularly fast swimmers.

Where can I catch Tiera batfish?+

Tiera batfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Sumatera Selatan, Indonesia; Maluku, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Tiera batfish get?+

Tiera batfish (Platax teira) can reach up to 69.9999988 cm in length and 12.1629 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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