Species
Soldier Crab
Mictyris longicarpus
Tier 3Eating3/10ultralight tackleNSWQLDWANT
0 waypoints~2–3 cm typical


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No soldier crab catches logged yet — log one and you'll be recognised here.
This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Small bright-blue crab that emerges on Australian tidal sand flats in big armies. A famous bait for whiting, bream and flathead — gathered by hand at low tide.
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
No seasonal pattern for soldier crab yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
No mapped spots or marks for soldier crab yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.