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| giant herring (ten pounder) [elops machinata] |
Size
2 - 10kg.
Habitat
Giant Herring are a tropical species usually found along the coast and in the estuarine waters of the east and west coasts of Australia. They can be found from N.S.W. north around to south W.A.
Qualities
When hooked provide a spectacular fight offering repeated leaps in attempts to throw the hook.
Best Bait
bait: Bass Yabbies (nippers), Live minnow, Pippi, Prawn lure: Minnow, Popper
Tackle
Link: 3 - 7kg main line. Hook: No.2 - 2/0. Rig: Light to medium gear.
Hints
Fish will rise willingly to trolled lures.
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