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Western blue groper
Achoerodus gouldii
Overview
The western blue groper is a species of wrasse native to coastal waters of southern Australia from the Houtman Abrolhos in Western Australia to west of Melbourne.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Crabs (especially rock crabs)
Use whole or half crabs, great all-rounder.
- Prawns
Fresh or live, effective for larger specimens.
- Squid
Use whole or cut pieces, tough and smelly.
- Pilchards
Whole or cut, oily and attract fish well.
- Sea Worms (Beach Worms, Bloodworms)
Effective when gropers are finicky.
Artificial Lures
- Daiwa Bait Junkie Minnow 5"Soft PlasticBuy
Use jighead to bounce off bottom.
- Halco Twisty 40gSpoonBuy
Retrieve fast, good for surface action.
- Rapala X-Rap Magnum 10Trolling LureBuy
Troll near structure, ideal for deeper waters.
- Nomad Madmacs 200Metal SlugBuy
Cast and retrieve quickly.
- ZMan GrubZ 4"Soft PlasticBuy
Slow retrieve along the bottom.
Techniques
Target rocky reef structures and drop-offs where blue gropers typically reside, and use a slow retrieve or jigging action close to the bottom.
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Where to Find Western blue groper
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Western blue groper?+
Popular baits for Western blue groper include Crabs (especially rock crabs), Prawns, Squid, Pilchards, Sea Worms (Beach Worms, Bloodworms). Tip: Target rocky reef structures and drop-offs where blue gropers typically reside, and use a slow retrieve or jigging action close to the bottom.
Where can I catch Western blue groper?+
Western blue groper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Western blue groper get?+
Western blue groper (Achoerodus gouldii) can reach up to 175 cm in length and 7 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is VU.
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