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Galjoen
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Common Name:
Galjoen
Other
Names:
Damba, Blackfish, Black Bream
Scientific
Name:
Coracinus Capensis
Habitat:
This fish mostly keeps to shallow water where it feeds.
Distribution:
Galjoen only occur in Southern African waters and this is South
Africa's National fish. This fish is most sought after especially along
the Western Cape coastline.
Bait:
This fish will take white (sand) mussels, wonder worms and small crab,
but it's favourite bait is red bait.
Fishing
Strategy:
The Galjoen is a strong fighter for its size. It will either take the
bait with one bite or toy with the bait.
Eating
Quality:
The flesh of Galjoen has a bluish tint and is an acquired taste.
Tackle:
- Light tackle
- Rod no longer than 2.5 meters
- 6 - 8 kg line
- 1/0 or a 1 hook
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