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Leervis

A powerful, silver predator that will take a live bait or a lure in the surf and run hard.
Gear for leervis

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Baits

  • Live mullet
  • Live sardine
  • Chokka
  • Large plugs and poppers
Habitat
Surf, estuary mouths and rocky points. They hunt along the edge of the surf.
Season
Present through much of the year. Many anglers see them in spring and summer.
Best times
Dawn, dusk and the tide change.
Tackle
A 10 to 13 ft rod with a reel holding 250 m of 20 to 30 lb mono or braid with a shock leader.
Hook
4/0 to 6/0 kahle or circle hook.

Tips

  • Let a live bait swim naturally.

  • Use a strong leader: leervis run hard and often head for structure.

  • Release big fish quickly and carefully.

Rules

Leervis are managed with size and bag limits. Check the current rules before you keep one.

This site is not an official source. Check the current rules with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.

Recommendations are pending review by a local angler.

Rigs

Rigs that suit leervis

Gear

Gear for leervis

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