subject: Catching Bonefish In Australian Waters [print this page] Australian waters are famous for some extremely adventurous fishes to catch. The scenic beauty and glimpse of some extraordinary hues of nature in Australia makes the continent alluring for many passionate anglers. Among the breeds of barramundi, trout, Australian bass, salmon and mangroves one fish which every angler wishes to catch is bonefish.
Not quite prolific in Australian waters they are found in northern coastal waters, around west near shark bay. Among the number one spots as Christmas Island, mid Pacific Ocean and Kiribati, even the Exmouth fishing area can get you the chance to catch this fish depending upon how you prepare yourself for it.
Before you set yourself to get start for a northern territory fishing destination as bullo river station or Darwin to catch species as bonefish you get to have some handy tips to be successful in your expedition. Lets find out some facts about this species and tactics which could aid you in its catch:
1.Found in warmer and temperate waters this fish makes you find a sunny day to catch. A cloudless day with more windy weather would be apt. why? Because this fish loves to stay warm for this they usually come on the surface to take the heat and this could serve you a great catch. Even in the winters the fishes come in the mid day sunlight to grab some warmth over the surface this makes you see the fish even in winters. The stable water temperature between spring and fall makes the best time to get the fish throughout the day.
2.Bone fish is a very fast fish and this makes it more adventurous for the anglers. The fish has the capacity to have along sustained run. It can also sense its threat very fast so a right combination of rod, lure, bait and tactic can surely get one in your loop.
3.The gears you need are:
Tropical floating fly line
Saltwater rod 8/9 wght.
3m tapered leaders
Large arbor reel
4.The apt bait:
Prawn patterns
Live shrimps
Crab patterns
Since the fish feed at bottom allow your bait to sink at least 50 feet down the boat and sit there for a shot.
5.Its always better to prepare for saltwater fly casting before you leave for actual fishing.
6.Bonefishes differ in their feeding and fighting ways so all which look alike are not same in their habits. This actually gives you the challenge of catching such a fish.
7.Light tackle with live shrimp is one of the best ways to catch this fish and can be used universally for all types of bonefish.
