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Two-tone fingerfin

Two-tone fingerfin

Chirodactylus brachydactylus

Family
Cheilodactylidae
Max Length
40 cm
Max Weight
1.9 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
3

Overview

Chirodactylus brachydactylus, the twotone fingerfin, is a species of marine fish in the fingerfin (morwongs) family of order Perciformes. It is native to the coast of southern Africa.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Red bait worms

    Effective for attracting bottom-feeding fish.

  • Pilchards

    Cut into chunks or used whole.

  • Squid

    A versatile bait, use strips or whole.

  • Prawns

    Use fresh or frozen prawns.

  • White Mussel

    A natural food source.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala X-Rap 10Crankbait

    Good for imitating small baitfish.

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  • Shimano Lucanus Jig 60gJig

    Effective around reefs and rocky areas.

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  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented for added attraction.

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  • Strike King Redfish Magic SpinnerbaitSpinnerbait

    Flashy and vibrates well.

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  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SMinnow

    Great action on the retrieve.

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Techniques

Fish around rocky reefs and kelp beds, as Two-tone fingerfin often seek shelter and food in these areas. Use a slow, steady retrieve with occasional pauses to entice strikes.

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Where to Find Two-tone fingerfin

Western Cape, South Africa2 spotsKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Two-tone fingerfin?+

Popular baits for Two-tone fingerfin include Red bait worms, Pilchards, Squid, Prawns, White Mussel. Tip: Fish around rocky reefs and kelp beds, as Two-tone fingerfin often seek shelter and food in these areas. Use a slow, steady retrieve with occasional pauses to entice strikes.

Where can I catch Two-tone fingerfin?+

Two-tone fingerfin can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Cape, South Africa; KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Two-tone fingerfin get?+

Two-tone fingerfin (Chirodactylus brachydactylus) can reach up to 40.0000006 cm in length and 1.9479 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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