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Vachelli's glass perchlet

Ambassis vachellii

Family
Ambassidae
Max Length
6 cm
Max Weight
0.3 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Live Shrimp

    Irresistible to most Ambassis species.

  • Bloodworms

    Effective, especially in clearer water.

  • Small Earthworms

    A good all-around bait.

  • Ghost Shrimp

    Easy to see and highly palatable.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small size is key for perchlets.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Gekkabijin Beam Fish 1.5"Soft Plastic

    Slow retrieve near submerged structure.

    Buy
  • Rapala Ultralight Minnow 04Crankbait

    Mimics small baitfish effectively.

    Buy
  • Strike King Mr. Crappie Slab HammerJig

    Small jig head and profile work well.

    Buy
  • Generic Small FlyFly

    Nymphs or small streamers work well.

    Buy

Techniques

Use light tackle and a slow, steady retrieve when fishing for Vachelli's glass perchlet, as they are easily spooked and have small mouths.

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Where to Find Vachelli's glass perchlet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Vachelli's glass perchlet?+

Popular baits for Vachelli's glass perchlet include Small Live Shrimp, Bloodworms, Small Earthworms, Ghost Shrimp, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use light tackle and a slow, steady retrieve when fishing for Vachelli's glass perchlet, as they are easily spooked and have small mouths.

Where can I catch Vachelli's glass perchlet?+

Vachelli's glass perchlet can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Vachelli's glass perchlet get?+

Vachelli's glass perchlet (Ambassis vachellii) can reach up to 6.49999976 cm in length and 0.25 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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