Snapper Fishing
Pagrus auratus
Australasian Snapper, common off New Zealand and southern Australia, prefer rocky reefs, bays, and sandy bottoms. Famous for their fighting spirit, they feed on crabs, shellfish, and baitfish. Juveniles school in shallows, while older fish roam deeper waters. They are iconic sport and table fish in the region.
Lures & Baits
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grubs
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cuttlefish
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pilchards
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butterfly
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crabs
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prawns
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mackerels
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garfish
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octopus
Fishing Tips
- Water type: salt
How to Catch Snapper
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Bait Fishing
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chumming