Siakap · Asian seabass
Lates calcarifer
Siakap can live in marine, estuarine and fresh water, and is found around coasts, lagoons and rivers. Depth, tide and access vary by location.
Also known as barramundi or barramundi perch
What it eats in the wild
Fish and crustaceans such as prawns.
Bait to try
Try prawns or fish bait in estuaries where permitted.
Lures to try
Match a soft plastic, minnow or surface lure to the depth and current.
Starter setup
For bait, start with a simple running-sinker rig and leader; for lures, use a balanced spinning setup. Check tides and venue rules.
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: John Robert McPherson · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons
Species reference: FishBase
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