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Tamban · Bali sardinella
Sardinella lemuru
Tamban school in tropical seas, and schools can move quickly.
A schooling pelagic fish; local tamban names may cover several sardinellas.
What it eats in the wild
This small pelagic fish feeds on plankton and tiny organisms.
Bait to try
Try tiny pieces of marine bait or prawn on small hooks where permitted.
Lures to try
A light sabiki or micro-jig can be tried for visible schools.
Starter setup
Use light tackle and stay clear of boat propellers and other anglers' lines.
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: Wibowo Djatmiko (Wie146) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Species reference: FishBase
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