Species
Soldier Croaker
Nibea soldado
Also known as Silver Jewfish · Banana Jew · Grassy Jew · Silver Perch · Silver Teraglin · Wiretooth · Yankee Whiting
Tier 5VIC
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Range & spots
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Overview: about soldier croaker
Medium-sized estuary dweller in VIC's coastal waters, putting up a decent fight on light tackle. Target with small soft plastics, live baits or tiny metal slices in 1-10m over sand or mud flats. Not renowned for eating quality, but a fun bycatch species.
Biology: Soldier Croaker size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary
- Global range
- Western Pacific
How to target: Soldier Croaker angling strategies
No targeting tips for soldier croaker yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch soldier croaker in Australia
No seasonal pattern for soldier croaker yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: soldier croaker fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for soldier croaker yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.