Barramundi

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Barramundi

Common fish name:

Barramundi

Scientific fish name:

Lates calcarifer

Other fish names:

Barra , asian sea bass , gaint perch , giant sea perch , Pla Krapong (Thai)

Description and identification:

Barramundi have large silver scales which the darkness of colour dependant on the fishes environment.

They have an long body shape and distinctive concave slope from the front part of the back down to the top of the mouth.

The mouth of the Barramundi is rather large and extends past the eye line

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Distribution:

Barramundi are both a freshwater and saltwater fish species and can be found

Where to catch yellow fin bream:

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Growth Pattern:

Barramundi have been reported upto a length of 2 meters and weights of 60 kilos !

A more common length and weight for a big barra is 1.5m

Behaviours and adaptions:

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Size and catch limits:

Always check with your local authorities before you go fishing to check for bag and size limits and any updates on local fishing regulations.Local bait and tackle stores are also a good source of fishing regulation material.Keep in mind that some states require permits to fish and some areas may be closed at certain times of the year.

Fishing Regulations

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How to catch bream:

Fishing live bait to use:

Bream will take a wide variety of bait which also makes them a great target species for novice fishermen and children.

Worms:

marine worms, beach worms

Shellfish:

pippies

Crustations :

saltwater yabbies, soldier crabs , prawns or small bait fish species.

Fishing lures to use:

Soft plastics lures , hard bodied lures

Fishing tackle to use:

Light gear is great fun to catch bream with.

Rod:

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Reel:

Spinning reel,side cast,bait caster

Hook:

Fishing line:

Light mono for dead baits or a light braid or mono-filament for casting lures.

Sinker:

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Knots:

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0 - 0 Lb

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How to cook:

Check out our seafood recipes section for great ways to cook you catch.

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