Fourfinger threadfin
Eleutheronema tetradactylum
Fourfinger threadfin are often sought in coastal and estuarine water; check tide and bottom before choosing a rig.
This entry uses Eleutheronema tetradactylum as its scientific match; local common-name usage can vary.
What it eats in the wild
Threadfin take small bottom-dwelling animals and fish; exact diet changes with size and habitat.
Bait to try
Try prawns or fish strips near estuaries and coasts where permitted.
Lures to try
Bait is usually the easier first choice; try a small lure only when fish are active.
Starter setup
Use a light-to-medium bottom rig with a hooklength suited to current and sandy bottom.
Local names can vary
Common names and the exact species can vary by region and fishery. Treat bait and rig advice as starting points, follow venue rules, and adjust to current, tide and conditions.
Photo credit: BEDO (Thailand) · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Species reference: FishBase
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