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Spotfin Flyingfish

Spotfin Flyingfish

Cheilopogon furcatus · Saltwater Fish

  • 1lakes
  • 26logged catches
  • 0.54 kg heaviest logged

The Spotfin Flyingfish (Cheilopogon furcatus) is one of the larger flying fish species, growing up to 13,8 in (35 cm) and weighing around 1lb (0.5 kg). Found in warm waters worldwide, it lives near the surface, whether in coastal areas or the open ocean. These fish stick together in small schools and follow currents that bring zooplankton to the surface. Their diet includes tiny crustaceans, mollusk larvae, fish eggs, and small fish. Active both day and night but especially drawn to light after sunset.

What actually catches it ranked by real logged catches

Baits

Sea Worms 1 Shrimp 1

Lures

Club-Series Grub 7.5 cm 4 Grub 5 cm 4 Craw 7.5 cm 3 Grub 7 cm 2 Grub 5 cm 1

Best setups by lake 1 lakes with data

Noomaa Kuda Atholhu — 26 catches , best 0.54 kg

  • Club-Series Grub 7.5 cm Spinning Boat 4×
  • Grub 5 cm Spinning 3×
  • Craw 7.5 cm Spinning Shore 3×
  • Grub 7 cm Spinning Boat 2×

How to catch

How to catch a trophy Spotfin Flyingfish? You can catch this fish either with bait or lures.

If you prefer to use natural baits, then the best way to catch Spotfin Flyingfish would be to use Sea Worms on a size #1 hook.

If you are more into artificial lures, you should go for some Grubs. The most successful lure is Red Grub 5 cm.

Where to find it

Noomaa Kuda Atholhu Maldives

Also listed as effective documented, but not seen in the catch log

Japanese Anchovy Finger Mullets Spawn Sack #123#124#122#127#2336#6365

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